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Essex Fire Museum
A local heritage museum at Wat Tyler Country Park with exhibits on borough history, Canvey sea defences and everyday life in south Essex.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilford to Basildon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilford to Basildon will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
To travel from Ilford to Basildon you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Trains from Ilford to Basildon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:31, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 32m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 1:31 |
Last train 21:38 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ilford to Basildon.
The table below shows live departures for Ilford to Basildon trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Y64163+ G97981+ C37848 | 6:20 Ilford station (IFD) | 1h01 | 7:21 Basildon station (BSO) | 2 changes | |
Y64087+ G97985+ C37890 | 6:52 Ilford station (IFD) | 0h55 | 7:47 Basildon station (BSO) | 2 changes | |
Y64220+ C37932+ G97989 | 7:22 Ilford station (IFD) | 0h50 | 8:12 Basildon station (BSO) | 2 changes | |
Y64168+ G97993+ C37972 | 7:52 Ilford station (IFD) | 0h49 | 8:41 Basildon station (BSO) | 2 changes | |
Y64334+ G97997+ C38019 | 8:24 Ilford station (IFD) | 1h00 | 9:24 Basildon station (BSO) | 2 changes | |
Y64090+ C38066+ G98003 | 8:54 Ilford station (IFD) | 1h01 | 9:55 Basildon station (BSO) | 2 changes | |
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A local heritage museum at Wat Tyler Country Park with exhibits on borough history, Canvey sea defences and everyday life in south Essex.
An education and exhibition space within Wat Tyler Country Park, offering local environmental interpretation and family-friendly displays.
A volunteer-run museum preserving fire service vehicles, equipment and stories. Best for enthusiasts and visitors interested in local emergency history.
Basildon's best-known green space, with lakes, woodland and family trails. Ideal for walking, cycling and seeing a quieter side of the town.
A spacious nature park with marsh views, paths and birdlife. Popular for fresh air, gentle walks and access to the estuary landscape.
A large park with open grassland, fishing lakes and wide walking routes. A local favourite for exercise, picnics and easy outdoor time.
A jellied meat dish made from slow-cooked pig's trotters in savoury stock. A classic East End and Essex favourite, often eaten cold with vinegar.
Smoked herring, traditionally grilled or poached. Long linked with coastal Essex and nearby Thames fishing communities, it remains a hearty local breakfast dish.
Fresh oysters from the Essex coast, especially the wider county's historic oyster beds. They are prized for their briny flavour and long local shellfish tradition.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and a lively modern setting suitable for casual meals and groups.
Well-known steakhouse and grill serving burgers, steaks and comfort food in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Established Italian restaurant offering pasta, pizza and classic mains in a warm, dependable setting popular with local diners.
Moderate for South East England. Hotels can be pricey, but everyday dining and local transport are usually cheaper than central London.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Basildon.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford 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.

Most Ilford to Basildon trains use the Ilford to Basildon station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilford and Basildon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ilford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Ilford.
Ticket office support is available at Ilford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ilford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ilford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category C. This station does not have step-free access. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located At the York Mews station entrance At the Ilford Hill temporary station entrance At the Ilford south station entrance, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Seven Kings is 1 km from Ilford city centre. Public transport options include:
Seven Kings has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Seven Kings.
Wi-Fi is available at Seven Kings.
Ticket office support is available at Seven Kings. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Seven Kings: Parking.
Available at Seven Kings: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Seven Kings: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: The Beehive, The Edge Basildon
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basildon. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Basildon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basildon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basildon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basildon: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Basildon, Premier Inn Basildon South Hotel, Travelodge Basildon.
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