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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Wales is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Wales is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Basildon station to Wales. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Wales. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Cardiff Central via West Ham station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Basildon to Wales?

The distance between Basildon and Wales is 174 miles. The road distance is 182.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Wales without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Basildon to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basildon to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Basildon to Wales?

The best way to get from Basildon to Wales is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Basildon to Wales bus arrive?

Basildon to Wales bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at London Stansted Airport (STN) station.

Where does the Basildon to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basildon to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Wales is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Basildon to Wales.

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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Basildon to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basildon to Wales by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 51m
£75–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Stansted Airport (STN)bus X10
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
7h 13m
£39–93
Drive 181.6 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Cardiffcar 181.6 mi
3h 29m
£45–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brentwood to Heathrow Terminal 5train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
7h 50m
£43–83

Basildon to Wales by train and subway

206Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Basildon, England and Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 13m.

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