The average train between Birmingham and Basildon takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is an hourly train service from Birmingham to Basildon. 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 Birmingham and Basildon. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Basildon at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Basildon? 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 Birmingham to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Basildon station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Birmingham to Basildon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Basildon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Basildon station.
Book your Birmingham to Basildon train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and c2c.
The distance between Birmingham and Basildon is 190.6 km. The road distance is 223 km.
There is no direct connection from Birmingham to Basildon. However, you can take the train to London Euston, walk to King's Cross St. Pancras station, take the subway to West Ham station, walk to West Ham, then take the train to Basildon.