The average train between Harwich and Basildon takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich 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 Harwich and Basildon. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Basildon at 7:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Harwich 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 Harwich to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Harwich station and arriving at Basildon station via Manningtree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Harwich to Basildon train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Harwich Town station.
Harwich to Basildon train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Basildon station.
Book your Harwich to Basildon train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and c2c.
The distance between Harwich and Basildon is 70.4 km. The road distance is 141 km.
You can take a train from Harwich Town to Basildon via Manningtree, Stratford (London), Stratford station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 2h 6m.