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

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

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  1. Train, Catamaran

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    1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Portsmouth Harbourtrain train
    2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry ferry
    3. Take the train from Ryde Pier Head to Shanklintrain train
    3h 5m
    £35–65

  2. Bus, ferry, line 3 bus

    1. Take the bus from St Catherines P&R to St Georges Squarebus bus 810
    2. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry ferry
    3. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Youth Centrebus bus 2 / ...
    4h 55m
    £39–57

Basingstoke to Shanklin by train, bus, and ferry

Calendar8Weekly Services
Duration4h 55mAverage Duration
Ticket£39Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 60.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 5m

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, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Shanklin. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to Youth Centre via Winchester, Railway Station, St Catherines P&R, St Georges Square, Gunwharf Quays, Hovertravel Stop, Southsea Hoverport, Ryde Hoverport, and Transport Interchange in around 4h 55m.

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