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Romford to Basildon by train

It takes an average of 38m to travel from Romford to Basildon by train, over a distance of around 12 miles (19 km). There are normally 32 trains per day travelling from Romford to Basildon and tickets for this journey start from £6.80 when you book in advance.

First train

06:11

Last train

21:41

Departure station

Romford

Arrival station

Basildon

Journey time

From 27m

Distance

12 miles (19 km)

Frequency

32 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Price

From £6.80

Train operators

London Overground, c2c

Take the train from Romford to Basildon in 27 minutes

If you want to travel from Romford to Basildon by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Romford to Basildon by train to take around 38 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 32 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 Basildon. You can travel on this route with either c2c or London Overground trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Romford to Basildon start from £6.80 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.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Romford to Basildon

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

How do you get to Basildon from Romford?

To travel to Basildon from Romford, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 38 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 27 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Romford to Basildon?

Trains from Romford to Basildon take an average of 38 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 27 minutes. You'll usually find 32 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

How much does it cost to get from Romford to Basildon by train?

Train tickets from Romford to Basildon can start from £6.80 when booked in advance, but they’re usually more expensive if bought on the day of travel. Prices may also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you choose.

What is the quickest journey time between Romford and Basildon by train?

The quickest journey time between Romford and Basildon by train is 27 minutes.

Cheap train tickets from Romford to Basildon

Train tickets from Romford to Basildon start at £6.80 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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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 Romford 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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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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