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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Porthleven is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Porthleven is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Porthleven?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke station to Porthleven. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Harbour Bus Shelter via Reading and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Porthleven?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Porthleven. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Penzance via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Porthleven?

The distance between Basingstoke and Porthleven is 270 miles. The road distance is 230 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Porthleven without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 4m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Basingstoke to Porthleven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Porthleven bus from?

Basingstoke to Porthleven bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Reading station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Porthleven train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Porthleven?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Porthleven is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 4m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Porthleven bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Porthleven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Penzance Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Porthleven train arrive?

Basingstoke to Porthleven train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Porthleven?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Porthleven is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Basingstoke to Porthleven.

Where can I stay near Porthleven?

There are 3202+ hotels available in Porthleven.

Basingstoke to Porthleven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Porthleven by train, bus, or car

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Train via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
8h 4m
£103–197
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
11h 5m
£41–67
Drive 228.7 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Porthlevencar 228.7 mi
4h 9m
£57–82
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
10h 5m
£119–215
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Stationbus 805
11h 46m
£58–102

Basingstoke to Porthleven by train and bus

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8h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 268.6 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Harbour Bus Shelter via Exeter St Davids, Penzance, and Bus Station in around 8h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Reading to Penzance Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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