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Basildon to Birmingham train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Basildon to Birmingham, starting from KWD 13.750 and averaging KWD 13.750. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 45m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
04:44 3h 16m, 1 changes Basildon	08:00 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
05:27 3h, 1 changes Basildon	08:27 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
05:56 3h, 1 changes Basildon	08:56 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:35 2h 52m, 1 changes Basildon	09:27 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:41 3h 7m, 1 changes Basildon	09:48 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:56 3h, 1 changes Basildon	09:56 Paris	Find Tickets

Basildon to Birmingham train route details

First train

04:44

Last train

23:55

Departure station

Basildon

Arrival city

Birmingham

Journey time

2h 45m

Distance

119 miles

Price

KWD 13.750*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from Basildon to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Basildon to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Basildon to Birmingham 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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Basildon to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Basildon to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Basildon to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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