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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Skegness is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Skegness via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Skegness?

The distance between Basingstoke and Skegness is 214 miles. The road distance is 179.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Basingstoke to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Skegness train from?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Skegness is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Basingstoke to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1798+ hotels available in Skegness.

Basingstoke to Skegness - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Skegness by train, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
5h 1m
£66–128
Drive 178.8 mi
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1. Drive from Basingstoke to Skegnesscar 178.8 mi
3h 18m
£45–65
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
6h 44m
£111–169
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Finsbury Park stationsubway
2. Take the train from Finsbury Park to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain
4. Take the train from Sleaford to Skegnesstrain
7h 46m
£87–102

Basingstoke to Skegness by train

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6h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.9 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Skegness via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 5h 1m.

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