The average train between Basildon and Kent takes 1h 59m and the fastest train takes 1h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Basildon to Kent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Basildon and Kent. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basildon is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Kent at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer at West Ham and take an average of 1h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Basildon to Kent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Kent. However, there are services departing from Basildon station and arriving at Kent station via West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.
Basildon to Kent train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.
Basildon to Kent train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Basildon to Kent train tickets online with c2c, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Basildon and Kent is 39.8 km. The road distance is 132 km.
You can take a train from Basildon to Lenham via West Ham, West Ham DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Ashford International in around 2h 4m.