What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Horton Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Basingstoke and Greater Manchester is 199 miles. The road distance is 195.1 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £85 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Greater Manchester train from?

Basingstoke to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £85 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Basingstoke to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Greater Manchester is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

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There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Greater Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 15m
£88–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 802
6h 2m
£37–66
Drive 194 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Greater Manchestercar 194 mi
3h 32m
£48–69
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 15m
£78–307
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
6h 5m
£87–240

Basingstoke to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 197.7 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Greater Manchester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Horton Road via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 6h 2m.

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