The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry to Basildon
Cheapest price
€104
Average price
€104
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Basildon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Basildon will cost around €104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €104.
Of the 1 trains that leave Coventry for Basildon on Wed, Nov 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Coventry to Basildon train times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Basildon trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:12 AM Coventry | 2h44 | 7:56 AM Basildon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry to Basildon
Trains from Coventry to Basildon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 21:38 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Coventry to Basildon trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Coventry and Basildon from €38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London to Exeter Flights: An Overview
Daily direct flights from London City Airport to Exeter with Flybe offer an alternative to the train for business travellers and holidaymakers heading to the Devon coast. On weekdays the flight leaves London in the late afternoon, arriving in the south west in the early evening. The short flight from the capital to Devon takes just over an hour.
Which airlines fly from London to Exeter?
All the daily direct flights from London to Exeter are provided by Flybe. Optional alternative connections from the London area to the south west include direct flights to Newquay Airport, which is served by Flybe routes from London Heathrow and London Southend.
How long is the flight from London to Exeter?
The route south west from London is one of the shortest UK internal flights. Flybe direct flights from London to Exeter take 1 hour 10 minutes to complete the 157 mile trip from the capital to the Devon coast.
How many flights are there from London to Exeter?
The Flybe schedule provides 1 daily flight direct from London City Airport to Exeter throughout the year. The weekday departure times are at 5:25 p.m. for an arrival time in Exeter of 6:35 p.m. Saturday services leave London at 11:40 a.m. while Sunday flights take off at 4:55 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from London to Exeter?
Departure airport: London City Airport The capital's Docklands hub, London City Airport is located about 7 km east of the city centre, connected by frequent trains on the Docklands Light Railway (DLR), which take around 25 minutes to reach the departures terminal. The passenger terminal facilities include free Wifi, various designer shopping outlets, a wide range of eateries and cafes, and a business lounge.
Arrival airport: Exeter International Exeter International Airport is located about 6 km east of the city centre, with public transport connections to the centre and train station provided by bus service 56, taking about 20-30 minutes. Passenger facilities at this compact airport include long and short term parking, a cafe and newsagent, as well as an executive lounge with business amenities and continuous free Wifi.
FAQs: Trains from Coventry to Basildon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Basildon by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basildon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Coventry to Basildon
- Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 13:0015:00 - 18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 12:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 10:00 - 12:00 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stop at junction of Sir Henry Parkes Road and Canley Road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Warwick Road (Car Park 3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Yes , Located on platform 1 , these toilets are operated with a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle Hub off main concourse 144 spaces 59 cycle hoops at the end of platform 1 , 2x spaces per hoop = 118 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
- Opening hours: Monday 06:00 - 19:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 19:00 Friday 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 08:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:30 - 14:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the paved area outside the Ticket Office.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station entrance, car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering Rail replacement buses will pick up/drop off in both directions towards Birmingham and Coventry will be the bus stop on Falkland Close at the rear of the Tile Hill Station public car park.
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Station Way.
- The Beehive
- The Edge Basildon
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Basildon
- Premier Inn Basildon South Hotel
- Travelodge Basildon
- Located in the main concourse
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms 1-3 for C2C services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Train: C2C services to London and Southend
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:30 Saturday 06:15 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is available from the street level to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3 . The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; access must be requested at the Ticket Office.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 3. Access must be requested at the ticket office.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside main station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside main station entrance (Shoeburyness bound)
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