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 DLR Station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Basildon?

The distance between Forest Gate and Basildon is 22 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 52 min and costs £8 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 52 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?

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

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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 Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
52 min
£9–20
Drive 22.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Basildoncar 22.7 mi
31 min
£6–8
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Harold Woodtrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the bus from Harold Wood Station to Bus Stationbus B1
1h 12m
£9–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Basildontaxi 22.7 mi
31 min
£55–70

Forest Gate to Basildon by train

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Distance: 22.4 mi
Duration: 52 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 £7–15 and the journey takes 26 min.

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