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Outbound fromEast Tilbury to Basildon by train
It takes an average of 1h 8m to travel from East Tilbury to Basildon by train, over a distance of around 6 miles (10 km). There are normally 55 trains per day travelling from East Tilbury to Basildon and tickets for this journey start from £3.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:19 | |
| Departure station | East Tilbury | |
| Arrival station | Basildon | |
| Journey time | From 19m | |
| Distance | 6 miles (10 km) | |
| Frequency | 55 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £3.10 | |
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Travelling from East Tilbury to Basildon by train
Looking to travel from East Tilbury to Basildon by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 8 minutes to travel from East Tilbury to Basildon by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 19 minutes though. You'll usually find 55 trains per day running along the 6 miles (10 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Basildon, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. c2c are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Basildon in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from East Tilbury to Basildon 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, as advance tickets start from £3.10.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from East Tilbury to Basildon
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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 East Tilbury to Basildon is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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