What is the cheapest way to get from Basildon to Eltham?

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Eltham is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Basildon to Eltham?

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Eltham is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Eltham via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Basildon to Eltham?

The distance between Basildon and Eltham is 28 miles. The road distance is 25.5 miles.

How do I travel from Basildon to Eltham without a car?

The best way to get from Basildon to Eltham without a car is to train and line 132 bus which takes 1h 4m and costs £8 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Basildon to Eltham?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Basildon to Eltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Eltham train from?

Basildon to Eltham train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.

Where does the Basildon to Eltham train arrive?

Basildon to Eltham train services, operated by c2c, arrive at London Fenchurch Street station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Eltham is 26 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Basildon to Eltham.

How do I get a train ticket from Basildon to Eltham?

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Where can I stay near Eltham?

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Basildon to Eltham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Basildon to Eltham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 132 bus
best
1. Take the train from Basildon to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the bus from North Greenwich Station to Eltham High Street / Roper Streetbus 132
1h 4m
£8–50
Drive 25.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basildon to Elthamcar 25.4 mi
35 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to Elthamtaxi 25.4 mi
35 min
£60–75
Train, line 161 bus
1. Take the train from Basildon to West Hamtrain
2. Take the train from West Ham DLR Station to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Stationtrain Dlr
3. Take the bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station to Eltham Church / Court Yardbus 161
1h 8m
£10–26
Train
1. Take the train from Basildon to London Fenchurch Streettrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Elthamtrain London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
1h 19m
£12–29

Basildon to Eltham by train and bus

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1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 27.4 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Basildon, England and Eltham, England?

You can take a train from Basildon to Eltham via London Fenchurch Street and London Bridge in around 1h 19m.

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