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South Acton to Basildon by train

First train

05:07

Last train

19:11

Departure station

South Acton

Arrival station

Basildon

Journey time

From 1h 28m

Distance

32 miles (51 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

London Overground, c2c

How to travel from South Acton to Basildon by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from South Acton to Basildon? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between South Acton and Basildon, which usually take 1 hour 33 minutes to complete the 32 miles (51 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 28 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Basildon by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both c2c and London Overground trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from South Acton to Basildon if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Basildon? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from South Acton to Basildon? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between South Acton and Basildon by train?

The fastest journey time by train from South Acton to Basildon is 1 hour and 28 minutes.

Is there a direct train from South Acton to Basildon?

No, there are no direct train services from South Acton to Basildon. Travelling from South Acton to Basildon by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from South Acton to Basildon leave?

The first train from South Acton to Basildon leaves at 05:07. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from South Acton to Basildon leave?

The last train from South Acton to Basildon leaves at 19:11. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between South Acton and Basildon by train?

Trains travelling from South Acton to Basildon cover a distance of around 32 miles (51 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Basildon to South Acton.

Cheap train tickets from South Acton to Basildon

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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