What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Forest Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Forest Hill is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Forest Hill?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Forest Hill is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Forest Hill station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Forest Hill Station /London Rd via Victoria Coach Station and Victoria Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Forest Hill. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Forest Hill via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Forest Hill?

The distance between Basingstoke and Forest Hill is 52 miles. The road distance is 52.8 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Forest Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Forest Hill without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £22 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Forest Hill?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Basingstoke to Forest Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Forest Hill bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Forest Hill train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Forest Hill?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Forest Hill is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 185 bus, which costs £11 - £65 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Forest Hill bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Forest Hill bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Basingstoke to Forest Hill train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Forest Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Forest Hill is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Basingstoke to Forest Hill.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Forest Hill?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basingstoke to Forest Hill?

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Where can I stay near Forest Hill?

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Basingstoke to Forest Hill - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 185 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Forest Hill 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 Forest Hilltrain London Victoria - London Bridge
1h 51m
£22–48
Bus, line 185 bus
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1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Forest Hill Station /London Rdbus 185
2h 52m
£11–64
Drive 52.5 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Forest Hillcar 52.5 mi
1h 24m
£13–19
Train, line 176 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road to Forest Hill Station /London Rdbus 176
1h 53m
£21–79

Basingstoke to Forest Hill by train

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Distance: 51.6 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Forest Hill, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Forest Hill via Clapham Junction in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Forest Hill Station /London Rd via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, Victoria Coach Station, and Victoria Station in around 2h 52m.

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