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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Harpenden is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Harpenden is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Harpenden via West Ham station and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Basildon to Harpenden?

The distance between Basildon and Harpenden is 51 miles. The road distance is 46.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Harpenden without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 32m and costs £20 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Basildon to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Harpenden train from?

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

Where does the Basildon to Harpenden train arrive?

Basildon to Harpenden train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Harpenden is 47 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Basildon to Harpenden.

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

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

There are 1459+ hotels available in Harpenden.

Basildon to Harpenden - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Basildon to Harpenden by train, subway, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Basildon to West Hamtrain
2. Take the subway from West Ham station to Farringdon stationsubway
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Harpendentrain
1h 32m
£20–45
Drive 46.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basildon to Harpendencar 46.7 mi
52 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to Harpendentaxi 46.7 mi
52 min
£95–120
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Upminster station to Blackfriars stationsubway District
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Harpendentrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 42m
£19–40

Basildon to Harpenden by train and subway

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 50.7 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

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

There is no direct connection from Basildon to Harpenden. However, you can take the train to West Ham, walk to West Ham station, take the subway to Farringdon station, walk to Farringdon, then take the train to Harpenden. Alternatively, you can drive from Basildon to Harpenden in around 52 min.

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