Basildon to Southend by train

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Overview: trains from Basildon to Southend

Find the key information for travelling by train from Basildon to Southend, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:35 View journey
Last train 23:39 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 15m View journey
Distance (km) 18
Trains / day 85 View all
Cheapest journey £6.90 View journey
Avg journey time 18m
Train operators 1

Basildon to Southend by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Basildon to Southend? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 18 kilometres.

Train cost from Basildon to Southend

Ready to book tickets from Basildon to Southend? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Basildon and Southend typically run £6.90.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 2 months in advance.

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Train schedule for travel between Basildon and Southend

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 85 trains make this journey of 18 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Basildon is at 05:35 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:39.

During the weekend, 05:39 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:24 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 10 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Basildon and Southend

The route’s fastest journey takes 15 minutes, covering a total of 18 kilometres.

When are tickets between Basildon and Southend available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Basildon and Southend can be purchased 2 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Basildon to Southend

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Southend city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Basildon to Southend

Want to know more about your journey from Basildon to Southend? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Basildon and Southend is 18 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.