What is the cheapest way to get from Basildon to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Elephant and Castle is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Basildon to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Elephant and Castle is to train and subway which takes 42 min and costs £10 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Elephant and Castle station. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Southwark station via West Ham station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Basildon to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Basildon and Elephant and Castle is 28 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

How do I travel from Basildon to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Basildon to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train and subway which takes 42 min and costs £10 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Basildon to Elephant and Castle?

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Basildon to Elephant and Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Elephant and Castle train from?

Basildon to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.

Where does the Basildon to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Basildon to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Elephant and Castle is 29 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Basildon to Elephant and Castle.

Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

There are 20070+ hotels available in Elephant and Castle.

Basildon to Elephant and Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Basildon to Elephant and Castle by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Basildon to West HamShoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the subway from West Ham station to Southwark stationJubilee
42 min
£10–20
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basildon to BarkingShoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Barking Station to MonumentN15
1h 33m
£6–64
Drive 28.6 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Elephant and Castle28.6 mi
50 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to Elephant and Castle28.6 mi
50 min
£120–150
Line 300 bus, train, line 344 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station300 / ...
2. Take the train from Billericay to London Liverpool Street
3. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to London College of Comm344
1h 35m

Basildon to Elephant and Castle by train and subway

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Distance: 27.4 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Basildon, England and Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England?

There is no direct connection from Basildon to Elephant and Castle. However, you can take the train to West Ham, walk to West Ham station, then take the subway to Southwark station. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basildon to London College of Comm via Barking, Barking Station, Monument, and Fenchurch Street in around 1h 33m.

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