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Compare prices and tickets Welwyn Garden City to Basildon by train
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Great Northern operates all trains services from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 3h 20m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 22:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Northern from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and Basildon from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
£15
Great Northern frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Welwyn Garden City to Basildon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon covers a distance of 53 km and takes approximately 3h 20m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon is 53 km.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon departs at 22:25.
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon.
To travel from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to Basildon is Welwyn Garden City station (WGC), and it arrives at Basildon station (BSO).
The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon is by train, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon is not particularly known for its scenic views. It primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, with typical views of residential neighbourhoods and industrial zones rather than picturesque landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon is feasible. The journey takes 3h 20m and covers a distance of 53 km. There are 5 trains per day for this route.
Typically, a day or two is sufficient to explore Basildon's main attractions, including the Festival Leisure Park, Eastgate Shopping Centre, and nearby nature reserves.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and Basildon
Welwyn Garden City
Basildon
The major train station for departures in Welwyn Garden City is Welwyn Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welwyn Garden City for your trip from Welwyn Garden City to Basildon.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
The major train station for arrivals in Basildon is Basildon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basildon for your journey to Basildon from Welwyn Garden City.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Station Way.
Dining
- The Beehive
- The Edge Basildon
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Basildon
- Premier Inn Basildon South Hotel
- Travelodge Basildon
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms 1-3 for C2C services
Public transport options for Basildon
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Train: C2C services to London and Southend
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:30 Saturday 06:15 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:00
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside main station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Laindon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside main station entrance (Shoeburyness bound)
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