The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford to Basildon
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford to Basildon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford to Basildon will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 trains that leave Stratford 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 32 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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
Stratford to Basildon train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford to Basildon trains for tomorrow, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:25 Stratford | 0h41 | 05:06 Basildon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:35 Stratford | 1h04 | 05:39 Basildon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:29 Stratford | 0h42 | 12:11 Basildon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford to Basildon
Trains from Stratford to Basildon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:21, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 32m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 01:21 |
Last train 23:56 |
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FAQs: Stratford to Basildon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford 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 Stratford and Basildon
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 13:15 Saturday 06:40 - 13:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- 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 1&2
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services cannot operate from this station. Stratford (London) station is 10 minute signposted walk. Click here for map of walking route
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
- Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
- 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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