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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Kensington is to bus which costs £8 - £21 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Kensington is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Malls and arriving at West Cromwell Road / Tesco. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Kensington?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Kensington. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at London Paddington via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Kensington?

The distance between Basingstoke and Kensington is 51 miles. The road distance is 45.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Kensington without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £22 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Basingstoke to Kensington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Kensington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Kensington train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Kensington?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Kensington is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £22 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £21 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Kensington bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Kensington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at West Cromwell Road / Tesco station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Kensington train arrive?

Basingstoke to Kensington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Kensington is 46 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Basingstoke to Kensington.

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

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Basingstoke to Kensington - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Basingstoke to Kensington by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
1h 2m
£22–69
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to West Cromwell Road / Tescobus 035
1h 20m
£8–21
Drive 45.5 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Kensingtoncar 45.5 mi
57 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basingstoke to Kensingtontaxi 45.5 mi
57 min
£180–220
Train, line 148 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Lower Marsh to Holland Parkbus 148
1h 58m
£21–44
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Earl's Court stationsubway Piccadilly
2h 10m
£42–78

Basingstoke to Kensington by train

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Distance: 51 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to London Paddington via Reading in around 1h 2m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from The Malls to West Cromwell Road / Tesco 3 times a day. Tickets cost £8–21 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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