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

From Chelmsford to Basildon by DLR and train

To get from Chelmsford to Basildon in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one DLR line: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Stratford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DLR DLR and finally take the C2C train from West Ham station to Pitsea station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The DLR and train schedule from Chelmsford may change. We recommend you check the updated DLR and train schedule to Basildon on the Moovit app.

79min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
DLR - DLR
Train - C2C
Leaves from Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chelmsford
  • 2
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stratford
    ID 940GZZLUSTD
    25 min
  • 4
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Woolwich Arsenal
  • 5
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    West Ham
    ID 940GZZDLWHM
    4 min
  • 6
    Train - C2C
    Wait for train
    C2C
    Shoeburyness
  • 7
    Ride to train station Pitsea
    Ride to train station
    Pitsea
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chelmsford to Basildon by Tube and train

To get from Chelmsford to Basildon in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one Tube line: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Stratford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the JUBILEE Tube and finally take the C2C train from West Ham station to Pitsea station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The DLR and train schedule from Chelmsford may change. We recommend you check the updated DLR and train schedule to Basildon on the Moovit app.

79min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Tube - JUBILEE
Train - C2C
Leaves from Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chelmsford
  • 2
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stratford
    ID 940GZZLUSTD
    25 min
  • 4
    Tube - JUBILEE
    Wait for Tube
    JUBILEE
    Willesden Green
  • 5
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    West Ham
    2 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    West Ham
    ID 940GZZDLWHM
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - C2C
    Wait for train
    C2C
    Shoeburyness
  • 8
    Ride to train station Pitsea
    Ride to train station
    Pitsea
    30 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 79.02 km, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chelmsford to Basildon by DLR and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

DLR And Train schedule from Chelmsford to Basildon

To check the DLR and train schedule from Chelmsford to Basildon using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chelmsford) and destination (Basildon), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available DLR and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each DLR and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest DLR and train schedules.

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From Chelmsford to Basildon by Tube and train

To get from Chelmsford to Basildon in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one Tube line: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Stratford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the JUBILEE Tube and finally take the C2C train from West Ham station to Pitsea station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The DLR and train schedule from Chelmsford may change. We recommend you check the updated DLR and train schedule to Basildon on the Moovit app.

79min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Tube - JUBILEE
Train - C2C
Leaves from Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chelmsford
  • 2
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stratford
    ID 940GZZLUSTD
    25 min
  • 4
    Tube - JUBILEE
    Wait for Tube
    JUBILEE
    Willesden Green
  • 5
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    West Ham
    2 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    West Ham
    ID 940GZZDLWHM
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - C2C
    Wait for train
    C2C
    Shoeburyness
  • 8
    Ride to train station Pitsea
    Ride to train station
    Pitsea
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Train line GREATER ANGLIA, DLR line DLR, Train line C2C.

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

    The alternative route takes 79 minutes, using Train line GREATER ANGLIA, Tube line JUBILEE, Train line C2C.

  • Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Basildon?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one DLR line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chelmsford to Basildon?

    The GREATER ANGLIA train line goes from Stratford station near Chelmsford in Chelmsford to West Ham station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one DLR line till West Ham station near Basildon in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chelmsford to Basildon by train and DLR?

    The total travel time between Chelmsford in Chelmsford and Basildon in London by train and DLR is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Chelmsford to get to Basildon?

    Get on the GREATER ANGLIA train from the Stratford station near Chelmsford in Chelmsford.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Chelmsford and Basildon?

    Get off the train at the West Ham station, which is closest to Basildon in London.

  • When is the first bus from Chelmsford to Basildon?

    The first bus from Chelmsford in Chelmsford to Basildon in London is Bus Station (Stand U) Basildon Town Centre - Stansted Airport, Coach Stn. It leaves the Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre stop at 03:18.

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