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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Basildon
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Basildon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Basildon will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 3 trains that leave Birmingham for Basildon every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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.
7:133h41Birmingham10:54Basildon£561One-way0 changes- 8:133h55Birmingham12:08Basildon£631One-way0 changes
8:033h51Birmingham11:54Basildon£631One-way0 changes
- 7:133h41Birmingham10:54Basildon£561One-way0 changes
- 8:033h51Birmingham11:54Basildon£631One-way0 changes
- 8:133h55Birmingham12:08Basildon£631One-way0 changes
Live departures
Birmingham to Basildon train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Basildon trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:17 Birmingham | 3h05 | 11:22 Basildon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:21 Birmingham | 3h18 | 11:39 Basildon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Basildon
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Trains from Birmingham to Basildon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 21:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast from Birmingham to Basildon trainsChiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham and Basildon from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Basildon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Basildon 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 Basildon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Basildon
Most Birmingham to Basildon trains use the Birmingham New Street to Basildon station pair, with some services arriving at Laindon. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Basildon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Acocks Green from Birmingham city centre
Acocks Green is 6 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Acocks Green train station facilities and services
Acocks Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Acocks Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Acocks Green. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Acocks Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Acocks Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Acocks Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Basildon station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
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.
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