The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Basildon
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Basildon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Basildon will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bristol 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 212 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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
Bristol to Basildon train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Basildon trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:30 Bristol | 3h09 | 11:39 Basildon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
![]() | 03:53 Bristol | 3h17 | 07:10 Basildon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Basildon
Trains from Bristol to Basildon run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:42, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 212 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 212 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 01:42 |
Last train 21:39 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Bristol to Basildon trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Bristol and Basildon from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Basildon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol and Basildon
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
- 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)
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