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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Basildon is to bus and train which costs £5 - £11 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Basildon is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Basildon via Stratford International DLR Station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Rochester to Basildon?

The distance between Rochester and Basildon is 50 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Basildon without a car is to bus and train which takes 51 min and costs £5 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Rochester to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Basildon train from?

Rochester to Basildon train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rochester station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Basildon?

The best way to get from Rochester to Basildon is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus and line 96 bus, which costs £12 - £22 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Rochester to Basildon train arrive?

Rochester to Basildon train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Basildon is 30 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Rochester to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1839+ hotels available in Basildon.

Rochester to Basildon - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Rochester to Basildon by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chatham to Upminsterbus Michalovce
2. Take the train from Upminster to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
51 min
£6–10
Train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 16m
£22–44
Drive 29.3 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Basildoncar 29.3 mi
35 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochester to Basildontaxi 29.3 mi
35 min
£95–120
Train via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station
1. Take the train from Rochester to Woolwich Arsenaltrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from West Ham to Basildontrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 44m
£20–41
Line 700 bus, line 96 bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester Community Hub to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Woolwich Arsenal Stationbus 96
2h 39m
£12–22

Rochester to Basildon by train

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1h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 49.3 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Basildon via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, West Ham DLR Station, and West Ham in around 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Community Hub to Basildon via Bus Station, Woolwich Arsenal Station, Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station, West Ham DLR Station, and West Ham in around 2h 39m.

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