Basildon to West Croydon by train
| First train | 08:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:54 | |
| Departure station | Basildon | |
| Arrival station | West Croydon | |
| Journey time | From 1h 31m | |
| Distance | 27 miles (44 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Basildon to West Croydon by train
Looking to travel from Basildon to West Croydon by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 45 minutes to travel from Basildon to West Croydon by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 31 minutes though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 27 miles (44 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to West Croydon, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with c2c or London Overground to get to West Croydon – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Basildon to West Croydon in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Basildon to West Croydon
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