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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basildon to Ellesmere Port
Trains from Basildon to Ellesmere Port run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 06:17 |
Last train 19:06 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Basildon to Ellesmere Port trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Basildon and Ellesmere Port from £74. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 11m
Cheapest Price
£60
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Basildon to Ellesmere Port train
FAQs: Travel by train from Basildon to Ellesmere Port easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basildon to Ellesmere Port.

Booking trains from Basildon to Ellesmere Port in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Basildon to Ellesmere Port is 297 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Basildon to Ellesmere Port can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £74, while the average price tends to be around £80.
The train journey from Basildon to Ellesmere Port covers a distance of 297 km and takes approximately 5h 16m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Ellesmere Port is by train, costing approximately £74.
The first train from Basildon to Ellesmere Port leaves at 6:17.
The train station in Basildon that goes to Ellesmere Port is Basildon station (BSO), and it arrives at Ellesmere Port station (ELP).
The last train from Basildon to Ellesmere Port departs at 19:06.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Basildon to Ellesmere Port.
Yes, you can take the train from Basildon to Ellesmere Port.
Trains from Basildon to Ellesmere Port run approximately 3 times per day.
To travel from Basildon to Ellesmere Port, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Basildon to Ellesmere Port.
There is no night train service from Basildon to Ellesmere Port.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basildon and Ellesmere Port
Basildon
Ellesmere Port
The major train station for departures in Basildon is Basildon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basildon for your trip from Basildon to Ellesmere Port.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Station Way.
Dining
- The Beehive
- The Edge Basildon
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Basildon
- Premier Inn Basildon South Hotel
- Travelodge Basildon
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms 1-3 for C2C services
Public transport options for Basildon
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Train: C2C services to London and Southend
The major train station for arrivals in Ellesmere Port is Ellesmere Port. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ellesmere Port for your journey to Ellesmere Port from Basildon.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 14:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed Sunday Closed Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B: “This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only – please check details.”Access to the Liverpool platform from the car park is step free. Footbridge only to other platform. Please note, assistance can only be provided between 06.05 and 14.00 when station is staffed
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Operating hours only
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Ellesmere Port
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station
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