The average train between Penrith and Basildon takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith 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 every 3 hours between Penrith and Basildon. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 7:02 PM which arrives into Basildon at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Basildon station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.
Penrith to Basildon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Basildon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Penrith to Basildon train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and c2c.
The distance between Penrith and Basildon is 405.7 km. The road distance is 504 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Penrith North Lakes to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £100–170 and the journey takes 4h 16m.