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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Romford is to rideshare which costs £1 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Romford is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Romford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Harold Wood Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Romford?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Romford. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Romford via Upminster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Basildon to Romford?

The distance between Basildon and Romford is 14 miles. The road distance is 13.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Romford without a car is to bus which takes 35 min and costs £2 - £3.

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

The bus from Bus Station to Harold Wood Station takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Romford bus from?

Basildon to Romford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Romford train from?

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

Train or bus from Basildon to Romford?

The best way to get from Basildon to Romford is to bus which takes 35 min and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £6 - £16 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Basildon to Romford bus arrive?

Basildon to Romford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Harold Wood Station.

Where does the Basildon to Romford train arrive?

Basildon to Romford train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Upminster station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Romford?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Romford is 13 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Basildon to Romford.

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

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Where can I stay near Romford?

There are 12708+ hotels available in Romford.

Can I share a ride from Basildon to Romford?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basildon and Romford. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basildon to Romford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Basildon to Romford by bus, train, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Harold Wood Stationbus B1
35 min
£2–3
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Langdon Hills to Romfordrideshare 12 mi
34 min
£1
Train
1. Take the train from Basildon to Upminstertrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from Upminster to Romfordtrain Upminster - Romford
44 min
£6–15
Train, line 370 bus
1. Take the train from Basildon to Upminstertrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Upminster Station Forecourt to Romford Stationbus 370 / ...
37 min
£4–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to Romfordtaxi 13.3 mi
17 min
£35–45
Drive 13.3 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Romfordcar 13.3 mi
17 min
£4–5

Basildon to Romford by train

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Distance: 13.7 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

First Essex operates a bus from Bus Station to Harold Wood Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basildon to Romford via Upminster in around 44 min.

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