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

The cheapest way to get from Hitchin to Basildon is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hitchin to Basildon is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Hitchin and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Hitchin to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Hitchin and arriving at Basildon via Farringdon station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Hitchin to Basildon?

The distance between Hitchin and Basildon is 58 miles. The road distance is 52.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hitchin to Basildon without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 38m and costs £24 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Hitchin to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hitchin to Basildon train from?

Hitchin to Basildon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Hitchin station.

Where does the Hitchin to Basildon train arrive?

Hitchin to Basildon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Hitchin to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Hitchin to Basildon is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Hitchin to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1840+ hotels available in Basildon.

Hitchin to Basildon - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Hitchin to Basildon by train, subway, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Hitchin to Farringdontrain
2. Take the subway from Farringdon station to West Ham stationsubway
3. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain
1h 38m
£24–59
Drive 52.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hitchin to Basildoncar 52.4 mi
1h 2m
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hitchin to Basildontaxi 52.4 mi
1h 2m
£110–130
Train, subway via Bus Station
1. Take the train from Stevenage to Moorgatetrain Stevenage - Moorgate
2. Take the subway from Moorgate station to Barking stationsubway Hammersmith & City / ...
2h 48m
£15–53

Hitchin to Basildon by train and subway

425Weekly Services

1h 38mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 58.1 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

There is no direct connection from Hitchin to Basildon. However, you can take the train to Farringdon, walk to Farringdon station, take the subway to West Ham station, walk to West Ham, then take the train to Basildon. Alternatively, you can drive from Hitchin to Basildon in around 1h 2m.

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