- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
kr78
Average ticket price on Sep 19
kr91
Fastest journey on Sep 19
37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
38 m
Trains on Sep 19
9
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basildon to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basildon to London will cost around kr91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr78.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 9 trains from Basildon to London, including 9 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if youāre on a budget.
F57454
F57450
F57460
F57452
F57456
F57278
F57510
F57508
F57454
F57450Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basildon to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of kr125 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr125, while a train costs an average of kr125.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
kr125 Average price Cheapest | kr272 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 27m faster (37m by train vs 1h 4m by car) and roughly kr147 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr125 vs kr272). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with c2c.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Basildon to London trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
F57510 | On time 4:51 AM Basildon station (BSO) | 0h38 | 5:29 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F57278 | 5:22 AM Basildon station (BSO) | 0h37 | 5:59 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F57508 | 5:54 AM Basildon station (BSO) | 0h39 | 6:33 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F57460 | 5:24 PM Basildon station (BSO) | 0h39 | 6:03 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F57458 | 5:54 PM Basildon station (BSO) | 0h39 | 6:33 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F57456 | 6:24 PM Basildon station (BSO) | 0h39 | 7:03 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F57454 | 6:54 PM Basildon station (BSO) | 0h39 | 7:33 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F57452 | 7:24 PM Basildon station (BSO) | 0h39 | 8:03 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
F57450 | 7:54 PM Basildon station (BSO) | 0h39 | 8:33 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Basildon to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr114 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 32m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price kr114 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the cityās working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basildon to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether youāre looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basildon to London trains use the Basildon to London Fenchurch Street station pair, with some services arriving at West Ham. Use this guide to compare Basildon and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Basildon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Beehive, The Edge Basildon
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basildon. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Basildon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basildon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basildon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basildon: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Basildon, Premier Inn Basildon South Hotel, Travelodge Basildon.
Laindon is 2 km from Basildon city centre. Public transport options include:
Laindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Laindon. ATMs are available at Laindon.
Ticket office support is available at Laindon. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Laindon: Parking, WC.
Available at Laindon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Laindon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is available from the street level to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Fenchurch Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Fenchurch Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Fenchurch Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Fenchurch Street. ATMs are available at London Fenchurch Street.
Ticket office support is available at London Fenchurch Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Fenchurch Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Fenchurch Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Fenchurch Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: The main entrance is the only entrance that has step free access. There is a lift to take you from the entrance to the station concourse and platform levels. Please note there is no step free access from the Coopers Road entrance to the station, Accessible public telephones: Located on main concourse, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank outside the main station entrance on Fenchurch Street, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs are always available from Main station reception or from any member of station staff, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
West Ham is 9 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
West Ham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at West Ham.
Wi-Fi is available at West Ham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Ham: Parking.
Available at West Ham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Ham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access via lifts to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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