How to get from Chelmsford to Basildon by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Chelmsford to Basildon in London, take the X10 bus from Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre station to Bus Station, Basildon Town Centre station. Next, take the C2C train from Basildon station to Pitsea station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min.

86min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X10X10
Train - C2C
Leaves from Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre
    ID 5
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X10X10
    Wait for bus
    X10
    Basildon Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Basildon Town Centre
    ID U
    52 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Basildon
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - C2C
    Wait for train
    C2C
    Shoeburyness
  • 6
    Ride to train station Pitsea
    Ride to train station
    Pitsea
    4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus

To get from Chelmsford to Basildon in London, take the X10 bus from Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre station to Bus Station, Basildon Town Centre station. Next, take the 28 bus from Bus Station, Basildon Town Centre station to Station Lane, Pitsea station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min.

80min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X10X10
Bus - 2828
Walk to Basildon
Leaves from Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre
    ID 5
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X10X10
    Wait for bus
    X10
    Basildon Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Basildon Town Centre
    ID U
    52 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Basildon Town Centre
    ID P
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Southend-On-Sea
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Station Lane, Pitsea
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Basildon
    Walk to
    Basildon
    730 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Chelmsford to Basildon
The distance between Chelmsford, London and Basildon, London is approximately 19.28 mi, which can typically be travelled in 86 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chelmsford to Basildon by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Chelmsford

Chelmsford is located at Chelmsford, London and the nearest public transport station is Chelmsford.

Bus stations close to Chelmsford:

  • Chelmsford
  • Railway Station, Chelmsford City Centre
  • Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre
Public transport stations close to Basildon, London

Basildon is located at Basildon, London and the nearest public transport station is Broadway, Pitsea.

Bus stations close to Basildon:

  • Broadway, Pitsea
  • Station Lane, Pitsea
  • Bluehouse Farm, Pitsea
Related Routes

By bus

To get from Chelmsford to Basildon in London, take the X10 bus from Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre station to Bus Station, Basildon Town Centre station. Next, take the 28 bus from Bus Station, Basildon Town Centre station to Station Lane, Pitsea station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min.

80min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X10X10
Bus - 2828
Walk to Basildon
Leaves from Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre
    ID 5
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X10X10
    Wait for bus
    X10
    Basildon Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Basildon Town Centre
    ID U
    52 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Basildon Town Centre
    ID P
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Southend-On-Sea
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Station Lane, Pitsea
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Basildon
    Walk to
    Basildon
    730 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Basildon?

    The fastest way takes 86 minutes, using Bus line X10, Bus line C2C.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chelmsford to Basildon?

    The alternative route takes 80 minutes, using Bus line X10, Bus line 28.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Basildon in London?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 26 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chelmsford to Basildon in London?

    The X10 bus line goes from Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre station near Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Basildon Town Centre station near Basildon in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Chelmsford to Basildon in London by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Chelmsford and Basildon in London by bus and train is about 1 hr 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chelmsford to get to Basildon in London?

    Get on the X10 bus from the Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre stop near Chelmsford in London.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chelmsford and Basildon in London?

    Get off the bus at the Basildon Town Centre station, which is closest to Basildon in London.

  • When is the last bus from Chelmsford to Basildon in London?

    The last bus from Chelmsford to Basildon in London is the Basildon Town Centre - Stansted Airport line. It leaves the Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre stop at 01:50.

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