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Basildon to Southend Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Basildon to Southend? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as TWD 196, with average prices for this route around TWD 196.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
17:45 21m, Direct Basildon	18:06 Southend Central	Find Tickets
17:58 22m, Direct Basildon	18:20 Southend Central	Find Tickets
18:14 22m, Direct Basildon	18:36 Southend Central	Find Tickets
18:27 19m, Direct Basildon	18:46 Southend Central	Find Tickets
18:43 21m, Direct Basildon	19:04 Southend Central	Find Tickets
19:00 21m, Direct Basildon	19:21 Paris	Find Tickets

Basildon to Southend Train Route Details

First train

00:11

Last train

23:52

Departure station

Basildon

Arrival station

Southend

Journey time

17m

Distance

18 km

Price

TWD 196*

Train operators

c2c

How to book cheap train tickets from Basildon to Southend

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Basildon to Southend during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Basildon to Southend for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Basildon to Southend, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Basildon to Southend ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Basildon to Southend more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Basildon to Southend train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Basildon to Southend Train prices and times

Basildon to Southend Train Route Details