What is the cheapest way to get from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 18 min and costs £4 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waldegrave and arriving at Park Tavern. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basildon and arriving at Southend Central. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Basildon and Southend-on-Sea is 12 miles. The road distance is 15.1 miles.

How do I travel from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs £4 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea?

The train from Basildon to Southend Central takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Basildon to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Waldegrave station.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Basildon to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.

Train or bus from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 18 min and costs £4 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus, which costs and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Basildon to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Basildon to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Park Tavern station.

Where does the Basildon to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Basildon to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Southend Central station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Southend-on-Sea is 15 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Southend-on-Sea?

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Basildon to Southend-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Basildon to Southend Centraltrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
18 min
£4–10
Line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Waldegrave to Park Tavernbus 28
1h 5m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to Southend-on-Seataxi 15 mi
21 min
£35–45
Drive 15 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Southend-on-Seacar 15 mi
21 min
£4–6

Basildon to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Basildon, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

c2c operates a train from Basildon to Southend Central every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–10 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Waldegrave to Park Tavern every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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