The cheapest and fastest trains from Basildon to Leigh-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basildon to Leigh-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basildon to Leigh-on-Sea will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basildon for Leigh-on-Sea every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Basildon to Leigh-on-Sea train times
The table below shows live departures for Basildon to Leigh-on-Sea trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:17 Basildon | 0h12 | 00:29 Leigh-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basildon to Leigh-on-Sea
Trains from Basildon to Leigh-on-Sea run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 13m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
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FAQs: Basildon to Leigh-on-Sea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basildon to Leigh-on-Sea by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leigh-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basildon and Leigh-on-Sea
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Station Way.
- The Beehive
- The Edge Basildon
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Basildon
- Premier Inn Basildon South Hotel
- Travelodge Basildon
- Located in the main concourse
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms 1-3 for C2C services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Train: C2C services to London and Southend
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:30 Saturday 06:15 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is available from the street level to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3 . The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; access must be requested at the Ticket Office.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 3. Access must be requested at the ticket office.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside main station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside main station entrance (Shoeburyness bound)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Lifts are available to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 & 2. The National key toilet is located on the Main Concourse beside the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Toilet is on main concourse beside the ticket office. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In drop off car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station entrance at Bus stop B
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