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Whitstable to Basildon Train Route Details

First train
04:59

Last train
23:27

Journey time
2h 9m

Distance
30 miles

Price
RUB 4,917.40*
What are the next train times from Whitstable to Basildon?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Whitstable to Basildon happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
08:47 Whitstable | 11:22 Basildon | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:47 Whitstable | 11:52 Basildon | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:18 Whitstable | 11:52 Basildon | ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:18 Whitstable | 12:22 Basildon | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:51 Whitstable | 12:22 Basildon | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:27 Whitstable | 13:22 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Whitstable to Basildon

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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
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Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

Book in advance
Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Whitstable to Basildon when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travelers

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times

Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travelers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.











