The average train between Hereford and Basildon takes 5h 12m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Hereford 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 4 times a day between Hereford and Basildon. The earliest departure is at 5:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hereford is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Basildon at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hereford 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 Hereford to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Hereford station and arriving at Basildon station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.
Hereford to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Hereford station.
Hereford to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Hereford to Basildon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and c2c.
The distance between Hereford and Basildon is 224.7 km. The road distance is 286 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Hereford to London Paddington 3 times a day. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 3h 8m.