Day trip from Birmingham to Basildon
Basildon lies 191 km (118 mi) south-east of Birmingham, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 191 km (118 mi) apart, Basildon is a realistic day trip from Birmingham: about 3 h 6 min each way by road.
| Birmingham | Basildon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 1.2 million | 144,859 |
| Elevation | 149 m (489 ft) | 31 m (102 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | B1–B99 | RG8–SS14 |
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Common questions
How far is Basildon from Birmingham?
191 km (118 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Birmingham; by road roughly 233 km (144 mi).
How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Basildon by road?
About 3 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Birmingham and Basildon?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.