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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Basildon is to bus via Birmingham which costs £28 - £70 and takes 10h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Basildon is to fly and train which takes 3h 36m and costs £85 - £270.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Basildon via Euston station and London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Scotland to Basildon?

The distance between Scotland and Basildon is 428 miles. The road distance is 409.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £55 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Scotland to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Basildon train from?

Scotland to Basildon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Basildon?

The best way to get from Scotland to Basildon is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £55 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £100 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Scotland to Basildon train arrive?

Scotland to Basildon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Basildon is 410 miles. It takes approximately 6h 40m to drive from Scotland to Basildon.

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

Book your Scotland to Basildon train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1846+ hotels available in Basildon.

Scotland to Basildon - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Basildon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London EustonGlasgow Central - London Euston
5h 51m
£56–233
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall StUkn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham to UpminsterMichalovce
10h 48m
£29–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)Ukn30 / ...
9h 55m
£33–96
Drive 407.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Basildon407.2 mi
6h 40m
£100–144
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)GLA - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Basildon
3h 36m
£88–262
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from West Ham to Basildon
3h 58m
£88–270
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Basildon
4h 27m
£86–258
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)EDI - STN
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Basildon
4h 42m
£52–144
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London Bridge
4h 32m
£42–140
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)GLA - STN
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Basildon
4h 25m
£49–140

Scotland to Basildon by train, subway, and foot

146Weekly Services

5h 51mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 425.9 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Scotland and Basildon, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £45–140 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Glasgow to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–75 and the journey takes 8h 45m.

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