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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Basildon is to drive which costs £18 - £26 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Basildon is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Basildon via London Paddington and London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Reading to Basildon?

The distance between Reading and Basildon is 65 miles. The road distance is 74.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Basildon without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 53m and costs £23 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Reading to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Basildon train from?

Reading to Basildon train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Basildon train arrive?

Reading to Basildon train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Liverpool Street Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Basildon is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Reading to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1846+ hotels available in Basildon.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to BasildonLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 53m
£24–58
Drive 74 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Basildon74 mi
1h 36m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street StationElizabeth
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to BasildonLondon Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
2h 5m
£18–37
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)Reading - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the subway from Richmond station to Upminster stationDistrict
3h
£24–40

Reading to Basildon by train and foot

487Weekly Services

1h 53mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 64.6 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Basildon via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, and London Fenchurch Street in around 1h 53m.

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