What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to East Sussex?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to East Sussex is to bus which costs £14 - £17 and takes 5h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to East Sussex?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to East Sussex is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at The Brewers Arms via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Gatwick South Terminal and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Polegate via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to East Sussex?

The distance between Basingstoke and East Sussex is 111 miles. The road distance is 83.4 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to East Sussex without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to East Sussex without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to East Sussex?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Basingstoke to East Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to East Sussex bus from?

Basingstoke to East Sussex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to East Sussex train from?

Basingstoke to East Sussex train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to East Sussex?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to East Sussex is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £17 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Basingstoke to East Sussex bus arrive?

Basingstoke to East Sussex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to East Sussex train arrive?

Basingstoke to East Sussex train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to East Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to East Sussex is 83 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Basingstoke to East Sussex.

Where can I stay near East Sussex?

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Basingstoke to East Sussex - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to East Sussex by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain Southampton Central - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Polegatetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
3h 36m
£51–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
5h 31m
£14–17
Drive 82.9 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to East Sussexcar 82.9 mi
2h 6m
£21–30
Line 13 bus, line 65 bus, train, bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Windmill Hillbus 13
2. Take the bus from High Street to Guildford stationbus 65
3. Take the train from Guildford to Gatwick Airporttrain
4. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
5. Take the bus from Tesco to The Brewers Armsbus 53
6h 2m
£22–35

Basingstoke to East Sussex by train and bus

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Distance: 110.1 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and East Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Fiennes Road via Clapham Junction, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to The Brewers Arms via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal, High Street, and Tesco in around 5h 31m.

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