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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basildon to Southampton
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
3 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basildon to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basildon to Southampton will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basildon for Southampton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 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.
20:243h46Basildon0:10Southampton£191One-way0 changes- 8:494h12Basildon13:01Southampton£321One-way0 changes
- 20:243h46Basildon0:10Southampton£191One-way0 changes
- 8:494h12Basildon13:01Southampton£321One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basildon to Southampton
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Trains from Basildon to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Basildon to Southampton trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Basildon and Southampton from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basildon to Southampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basildon to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basildon and Southampton
Most Basildon to Southampton trains use the Basildon to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Basildon and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basildon station do trains to Southampton leave from?
Getting to Basildon from Basildon city centre
Basildon train station facilities and services
Basildon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Beehive, The Edge Basildon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basildon. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basildon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basildon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basildon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basildon: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Basildon, Premier Inn Basildon South Hotel, Travelodge Basildon.
Getting to Laindon from Basildon city centre
Laindon is 2 km from Basildon city centre. Public transport options include:
Laindon train station facilities and services
Laindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Laindon. ATMs are available at Laindon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Laindon. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Laindon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Laindon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Laindon: 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.
Which Southampton station do trains from Basildon arrive at?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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