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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Retford is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Retford. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Retford via Aldgate station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Basildon to Retford?

The distance between Basildon and Retford is 166 miles. The road distance is 157.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Retford without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Basildon to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Retford train from?

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

Where does the Basildon to Retford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basildon to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Retford is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Basildon to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 318+ hotels available in Retford.

Basildon to Retford - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 300 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Basildon to Retford by train, car, or bus

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 Basildon to London Fenchurch Streettrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
2h 56m
£32–133
Drive 156.4 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Retfordcar 156.4 mi
2h 35m
£39–56
Line 300 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain
5h 39m

Basildon to Retford by train, foot, and subway

127Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.8 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Basildon to Retford via London Fenchurch Street, Aldgate station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 2h 56m.

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