What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Basildon?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Basildon is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Basildon?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Basildon is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Basildon via Stratford station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Basildon?

The distance between Forest Gate and Basildon is 23 miles. The road distance is 22.8 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Basildon without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £13 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Basildon?

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Forest Gate to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Basildon train from?

Forest Gate to Basildon train services, operated by c2c, depart from West Ham station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Basildon train arrive?

Forest Gate to Basildon train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Basildon station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Basildon is 23 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Forest Gate to Basildon.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate to Basildon?

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1839+ hotels available in Basildon.

Forest Gate to Basildon - 4 ways to travel via train, line 9 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Forest Gate to Basildon by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from West Ham to BasildonLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
45 min
£14–24
Drive 22.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Basildon22.7 mi
31 min
£6–8
Train, line 9 bus
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to BrentwoodElizabeth / ...
2. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Station9
1h 56m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Basildon22.7 mi
31 min
£55–70

Forest Gate to Basildon by train and subway

481Weekly Services

45 minAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 22.5 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Forest Gate, Greater London, England and Basildon, England?

c2c operates a train from West Ham to Basildon every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £8–17 and the journey takes 25 min.

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