The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Basildon
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Basildon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Basildon will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lincoln for Basildon on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Lincoln to Basildon train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Basildon trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:16 AM Lincoln | 4h06 | 8:22 AM Basildon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:02 AM Lincoln | 3h37 | 12:39 PM Basildon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to Basildon
Trains from Lincoln to Basildon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 15:08. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (196 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 121 miles (196 km) |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 15:08 |
FAQs: Trains from Lincoln to Basildon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln to Basildon 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 you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basildon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lincoln to Basildon
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Station Way.
- The Beehive
- The Edge Basildon
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Basildon
- Premier Inn Basildon South Hotel
- Travelodge Basildon
- Located in the main concourse
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms 1-3 for C2C services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Train: C2C services to London and Southend
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:30 Saturday 06:15 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3 . The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; access must be requested at the Ticket Office.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 3. Access must be requested at the ticket office.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside main station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside main station entrance (Shoeburyness bound)
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