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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Plymouth is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Plymouth is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Plymouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Plymouth?

The distance between Basingstoke and Plymouth is 205 miles. The road distance is 167 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Basingstoke to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Plymouth train from?

Basingstoke to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Plymouth train arrive?

Basingstoke to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Plymouth is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Basingstoke to Plymouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Plymouth?

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Basingstoke to Plymouth - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Plymouth by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 43m
£86–162
Drive 166 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Plymouthcar 166 mi
2h 58m
£42–60
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Exeter (EXT)plane SOU - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
6h 6m
£184–354
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 47m
£69–136

Basingstoke to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 203.8 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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