What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Essex?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Essex is to bus which costs £17 - £29 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Essex?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Essex is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Essex. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Essex. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at White Notley via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Essex?

The distance between Basingstoke and Essex is 94 miles. The road distance is 94.7 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Essex without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Essex without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Essex?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Basingstoke to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Essex bus from?

Basingstoke to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Essex?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Essex is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £29 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Essex bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Essex train arrive?

Basingstoke to Essex train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Essex is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Basingstoke to Essex.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Essex?

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There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Essex by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
2h 52m
£41–69
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Interchangebus X20
4h 8m
£17–29
Drive 94.1 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Essexcar 94.1 mi
2h 16m
£24–34

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Distance: 93.7 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Essex, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to White Notley via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 4h 8m.

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