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Compare train for Basildon to London
Omio 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 $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$13 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m 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 |
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The journey is about 26m faster (38m by train vs 1h 4m by car) and roughly $16 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 vs $29). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Travel optionsfrom Basildon to London
How to get from Basildon to London by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Basildon to London is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

11:08 AM 0h34 Basildon 11:42 AM London $12 1 One-way 0 transfers
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11:08 AM 0h34 Basildon 11:42 AM London $12 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest

7:42 AM 0h32 Basildon 8:14 AM London $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
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3:25 PM 0h35 Basildon 4:00 PM London $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:02 AM 0h37 Basildon 8:39 AM London $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:02 AM 0h37 Basildon 9:39 AM London $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basildon and London as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Basildon station (BSO) and arrive in London Fenchurch Street (FST).
- Travel with c2c to go to London by train.
- 7 direct trains per day with c2c.
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