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Whitstable to Basildon train route details
First train
07:27
Last train
23:27
Journey time
2h 50m
Distance
30 miles
Price
KWD 19.800*
What are the next train times from Whitstable to Basildon?
Discover all upcoming Whitstable to Basildon services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
19:51 Whitstable | 22:41 Basildon |   | Find Tickets |
20:27 Whitstable | 23:41 Basildon |  | Find Tickets |
20:51 Whitstable | 23:41 Basildon | | Find Tickets |
21:27 Whitstable | 00:50 +1Basildon | | Find Tickets |
21:51 Whitstable | 00:50 +1Basildon | | Find Tickets |
21:51 Whitstable | 06:39 +1Paris |  | Find Tickets |
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Group travel deals
Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Whitstable to Basildon more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
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Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
Season tickets
Offering unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, or annual options, these tickets can help you save around a third on train fares
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