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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Basildon is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Basildon is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £85 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Basildon via London Paddington and London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Exeter to Basildon?

The distance between Exeter and Basildon is 203 miles. The road distance is 200.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Exeter to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Basildon train from?

Exeter to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Basildon?

The best way to get from Exeter to Basildon is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h, you could also fly, which costs £240 - £700 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Exeter to Basildon train arrive?

Exeter to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Basildon is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Exeter to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1826+ hotels available in Basildon.

Exeter to Basildon - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Exeter to Basildon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 22m
£89–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk049 / ...
6h
£35–82
Drive 199.3 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Basildoncar 199.3 mi
4h 4m
£50–72
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
5h 30m
£241–672
Train via London
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
4h 15m
£83–189
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
6h 25m
£167–447
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
6h 29m
£119–290

Exeter to Basildon by train and foot

180Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.5 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Exeter to London Hammersmith Bridge Road 4 times a day. Tickets cost £17–30 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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