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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Basildon is to bus and subway which costs £35 - £90 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Basildon is to train and subway which takes 3h 18m and costs £75 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Basildon via Paddington and Barking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Wales to Basildon?

The distance between Wales and Basildon is 174 miles. The road distance is 183.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Basildon without a car is to train and subway which takes 3h 18m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Wales to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Basildon train from?

Wales to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Wales to Basildon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Basildon is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Wales to Basildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1851+ hotels available in Basildon.

Wales to Basildon - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Wales to Basildon by train, subway, bus, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the subway from Paddington to Barking stationsubway Hammersmith & City
3h 18m
£78–160
Bus, subway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the subway from Hammersmith to Upminster stationsubway District
4h 51m
£35–86
Drive 182 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Basildoncar 182 mi
3h 29m
£45–64

Wales to Basildon by train and subway

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3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Wales and Basildon, England?

There is no direct connection from Wales to Basildon. However, you can take the train to London Paddington, walk to Paddington, take the subway to Barking station, walk to Barking, then take the train to Basildon. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Basildon via London Hammersmith Bridge Road, Hammersmith, Upminster station, and Upminster in around 4h 51m.

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