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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Luton is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Luton is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Luton?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Luton station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 3 and Watford Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Luton. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Luton via Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Luton?

The distance between Basingstoke and Luton is 82 miles. The road distance is 67 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Luton without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Basingstoke to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Luton bus from?

Basingstoke to Luton bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Luton train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Luton?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Luton is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 321 bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Luton bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Luton bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 3 station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Luton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Luton is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Basingstoke to Luton.

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

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Basingstoke to Luton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 321 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Luton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Lutontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 11m
£36–80
Drive 66.7 mi
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1. Drive from Basingstoke to Lutoncar 66.7 mi
1h 8m
£17–24
Bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Watford Junction stationbus Ra3
3. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
4h 16m
£37–56
Train via London
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to West Hampsteadtrain
3. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Lutontrain
2h 18m
£38–84

Basingstoke to Luton by train and subway

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Distance: 81.6 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Luton via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to Luton Station Interchange via Reading, Reading RailAir, Heathrow Terminal 3, and Watford Junction station in around 4h 16m.

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