Manchester to Basildon by train

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Overview: trains from Manchester to Basildon

Find the key information for travelling by train from Manchester to Basildon, 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 05:05 View journey
Last train 22:07 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 29m View journey
Distance (km) 280
Trains / day 44 View all
Cheapest journey £78.99 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 51m
Train operators 5

Travelling by train from Manchester to Basildon

Ready to travel from Manchester to Basildon by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Manchester to Basildon

Getting from Manchester to Basildon by rail typically costs £78.99, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train schedule for travel between Manchester and Basildon

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 44 trains make this journey of 280 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Manchester is at 05:05 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:07.

During the weekend, 05:25 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:05 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 20 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Basildon?

This journey covers a total of 280 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 3 hours and 29 minutes.

Booking time frame: Manchester to Basildon trains

Tickets for travel to Basildon along this route are available for purchase 4 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Additional information on train travel from Manchester to Basildon

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Basildon city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Manchester to Basildon

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

The total distance from Manchester to Basildon is 280 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.