What is the cheapest way to get from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh?

The cheapest way to get from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh?

The fastest way to get from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Upper Basildon and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Red Lion and arriving at Eastwood Road via Reading RailAir, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh?

The distance between Upper Basildon and Rayleigh is 82 miles. The road distance is 88.6 miles.

How do I travel from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh without a car?

The best way to get from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh without a car is to line 43 bus and train which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upper Basildon to Rayleigh bus from?

Upper Basildon to Rayleigh bus services, operated by Reading Buses, depart from Red Lion station.

Where does the Upper Basildon to Rayleigh bus arrive?

Upper Basildon to Rayleigh bus services, operated by Reading Buses, arrive at Station Road.

Can I drive from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper Basildon to Rayleigh is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh.

Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

There are 1064+ hotels available in Rayleigh.

Upper Basildon to Rayleigh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh by bus, train, or car

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

Line 43 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from St Stephens Church to Station Road43
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
2h 31m
£33–72
Drive 88.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper Basildon to Rayleigh88.1 mi
2h 1m
£22–32
Line 43 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Red Lion to Station Road43
2. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
4. Take the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bus StationX30 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eastwood Road3 / ...
4h 55m
Line 43 bus, train via London
1. Take the bus from Red Lion to Station Road43
2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Station
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Rayleigh
3h 2m
£30–52
Line 43 bus, train via London #2
1. Take the bus from Red Lion to Station Road43
2. Take the train from Reading to London Waterloo
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
3h 30m
£34–78

Upper Basildon to Rayleigh by bus and train

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2h 31mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 81.3 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Upper Basildon, England and Rayleigh, England?

You can take a bus from Red Lion to Eastwood Road via Station Road, Reading RailAir, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 4h 55m.

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