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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Essex is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

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 15m and costs £22 - £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 Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

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 3h 9m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Essex?

The distance between Basingstoke and Essex is 94 miles. The road distance is 94.5 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 3h 9m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m 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 Newbury & District, 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 3h 9m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 731 bus and line 730 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Essex bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Essex bus services, operated by Newbury & District, arrive at Frimley 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 15m 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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best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 9m
£46–108
Drive 94 mi
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1. Drive from Basingstoke to Essexcar 94 mi
2h 15m
£23–34
Line 731 bus, line 730 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Frimley stationbus 731
2. Take the bus from Frimley station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 730
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
4. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Interchangebus X20
5. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Polecat Roadbus 38 / ...
5h 13m

Basingstoke to Essex by train and subway

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3h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93.7 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Polecat Road via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 5h 13m.

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