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Trains from Reading to Basildon (BSO)

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74

train journeys
per day

61

miles (99 kms)

2hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

02:24 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Reading to Basildon (BSO)

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On a typical weekday there are 74 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Basildon , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 74 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Basildon is approximately 61 miles (99 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 10 mins.

GWR, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Basildon.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Basildon. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 7 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Reading to Basildon

Journeys from Reading to Basildon Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    02:24
    3 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    05:35
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    03:54
    2 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    06:39
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:35
    2 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    07:23
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:10
    2 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    07:44
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:48
    2 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    07:55
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:00
    2 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    08:10
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:14
    2 hrs 9 mins2 changes
    08:23
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:19
    2 hrs 16 mins2 changes
    08:35
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:34
    2 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    08:39
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:42
    2 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    08:49
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:12
    2 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    09:22
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:31
    2 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    09:35
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:51
    2 hrs 1 min2 changes
    09:52
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:10
    2 hrs 1 min2 changes
    10:11
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:20
    2 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    10:22
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:36
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    10:39
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:41
    2 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    10:52
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:11
    1 hrs 58 mins2 changes
    11:09
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:20
    2 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    11:22
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:35
    2 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    11:39
    Reading
    Basildon
    Reading to Basildon

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Basildon Station

Station name Basildon (BSO)
AddressBasildon station, Station Way, Basildon, Essex, SS16 5XY
Managed byCC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:15 - 21:00
Saturday 05:15 - 21:45
Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Basildon

The travel time between Reading and Basildon by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Basildon vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 74 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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Amenities on trains between Reading and Basildon can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & Basildon. owever, there are 74 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Basildon.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Reading and Basildon, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.