Rome2Rio

How to get fromBasingstoke to Shanklinby train, ferry, or bus

Find Transport to Shanklin

See all options

There are 2 ways to get from Basingstoke to Shanklin by train, ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbourtrain train
    2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    3. Take the train from Ryde Pier Head to Shanklintrain train
    2h 56m
    £40–75

  2. Train, ferry, line 3 bus

    1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbourtrain train
    2. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry ferry
    3. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Youth Centrebus bus 2 / ...
    2h 59m
    £46–74

Basingstoke to Shanklin by train and ferry

Calendar116Weekly Services
Duration2h 56mAverage Duration
Ticket£40Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Basingstoke to Shanklin.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 60.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 56m

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

There is no direct connection from Basingstoke to Shanklin. However, you can take the train to Portsmouth Harbour, walk to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Shanklin. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to Youth Centre via Portsmouth Harbour, The Hard Interchange, Hovertravel Stop, Southsea Hoverport, Ryde Hoverport, and Transport Interchange in around 2h 59m.

Train operators
Bus operators
Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides