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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Basildon is to train via London which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 13m.

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 24m and costs £70 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Basildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Basildon station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

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 24m.

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 24m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Exeter to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Basildon bus from?

Exeter to Basildon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

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 24m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 34m, you could also fly, which costs £190 - £600 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Exeter to Basildon bus arrive?

Exeter to Basildon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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?

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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 Totnes - London Paddington / ...
3h 24m
£72–121
Train via London
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 13m
£30–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 34m
£34–82
Drive 199.3 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Basildoncar 199.3 mi
4h 4m
£49–71
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
6h 2m
£199–574
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
5h 27m
£113–297
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
6h 21m
£154–408

Exeter to Basildon by train and foot

192Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.5 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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 £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 7h 34m.

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