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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Penzance is to train and bus which costs £55 - £120 and takes 11h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Penzance is to drive which takes 6h 1m and costs £75 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Penzance via West Ham station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from Basildon to Penzance?

The distance between Basildon and Penzance is 333 miles. The road distance is 309.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 10h 20m and costs £140 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 10h 20m to get from Basildon to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Penzance train from?

Basildon to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Basildon to Penzance?

The best way to get from Basildon to Penzance is to train which takes 10h 20m and costs £140 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £230 and takes 12h 6m.

Where does the Basildon to Penzance train arrive?

Basildon to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Penzance station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Penzance is 310 miles. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Basildon to Penzance.

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

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Where can I stay near Penzance?

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Basildon to Penzance - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Basildon to Penzance by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance
10h 20m
£144–287
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
12h 6m
£38–226
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brentwood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49
11h 55m
£56–113
Drive 308 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Penzancecar 308 mi
6h 1m
£76–109
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
2. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
8h 49m
£158–507
Fly from London City Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LCY - NQY
2. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
9h 11m
£263–792
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Basildon to London Fenchurch Streettrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane STN - NQY
3. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
7h 7m
£64–367
Train to Luton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LTN - NQY
3. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
10h 2m
£90–462

Basildon to Penzance by train and subway

81Weekly Services

10h 20mAverage Duration

£144Cheapest Price

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Distance: 331.2 mi
Duration: 10h 20m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Penzance every 2 hours. Tickets cost £130–250 and the journey takes 8h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £55–140 and the journey takes 8h 35m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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