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 - £27 and takes 1h 37m.

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 37m and costs £18 - £27.

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 Paddington and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

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 and subway via London which takes 1h 54m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m 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 Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Basildon train arrive?

Reading to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Basildon is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Reading to Basildon.

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

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

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

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Train, subway via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the subway from Paddington to West Ham stationsubway
3. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain
1h 54m
£30–93
Drive 74 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Basildoncar 74 mi
1h 37m
£18–27
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Whitechapel Stationtrain Elizabeth
2h
£40–92
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the subway from Richmond station to Upminster stationsubway District
2h 54m
£40–127

Reading to Basildon by train and subway

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1h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 64.3 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Reading to Whitechapel Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £29–60 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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