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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Reading is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Reading. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Reading via Aldgate station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Basildon to Reading?

The distance between Basildon and Reading is 65 miles. The road distance is 74.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 44m and costs £28 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Basildon to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Basildon to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basildon to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Reading is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Basildon to Reading.

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basildon to London Fenchurch Streettrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 44m
£28–82
Drive 74.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basildon to Readingcar 74.3 mi
1h 37m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Basildon to London Fenchurch Streettrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 12m
£37–77
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Upminster station to Richmond stationsubway District
2. Take the train from Richmond (London) to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
3h 7m
£38–126

Basildon to Reading by train, foot, and subway

486Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 64.9 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a train from Basildon to Reading via London Fenchurch Street, Aldgate station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 1h 44m.

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