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Outbound fromBasildon to Rainham (Essex) by train
It takes an average of 1h 13m to travel from Basildon to Rainham (Essex) by train, over a distance of around 12 miles (19 km). There are normally 60 trains per day travelling from Basildon to Rainham (Essex) and tickets for this journey start from £5.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:11 | |
| Departure station | Basildon | |
| Arrival station | Rainham (Essex) | |
| Journey time | From 32m | |
| Distance | 12 miles (19 km) | |
| Frequency | 60 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £5.90 | |
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Take the train from Basildon to Rainham (Essex) in 32 minutes
If you want to travel from Basildon to Rainham (Essex) by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Basildon to Rainham (Essex) by train to take around 1 hour 13 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 32 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 60 trains per day running on this route, which spans 12 miles (19 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Rainham (Essex). You can travel with c2c trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Basildon to Rainham (Essex) start from £5.90 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Basildon to Rainham (Essex)
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Basildon to Rainham (Essex) is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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