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Basildon to Cottingham Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Basildon to Cottingham, starting from £42.60 and averaging £42.60. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 18m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:44 4h 44m, 2 change Basildon	09:28 Cottingham	Find Tickets
05:56 4h 33m, 2 change Basildon	10:29 Cottingham	Find Tickets
06:56 4h 32m, 2 change Basildon	11:28 Cottingham	Find Tickets
07:09 4h 19m, 3 change Basildon	11:28 Cottingham	Find Tickets
08:08 4h 20m, 2 change Basildon	12:28 Cottingham	Find Tickets
09:10 4h 18m, 2 change Basildon	13:28 Paris	Find Tickets

Basildon to Cottingham Train Route Details

First train

04:44

Last train

21:55

Departure city

Basildon

Arrival station

Cottingham

Journey time

4h 18m

Distance

253 km

Price

£42.60*

Train operators

c2c, Northern, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from Basildon to Cottingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Basildon to Cottingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Cottingham, 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 Cottingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Basildon to Cottingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Basildon to Cottingham train ticket types

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

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Basildon to Cottingham Train prices and times

Basildon to Cottingham Train Route Details