What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to St Ives?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to St Ives?

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

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and St Ives?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to St Ives. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at The Terrace via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and St Ives?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at St Erth via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to St Ives?

The distance between Basingstoke and St Ives is 254 miles. The road distance is 231.2 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to St Ives without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to St Ives without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 6h 53m and costs £100 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to St Ives?

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Basingstoke to St Ives, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to St Ives bus from?

Basingstoke to St Ives bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to St Ives train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to St Ives?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to St Ives is to train via Exeter which takes 6h 53m and costs £100 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 10h 11m.

Where does the Basingstoke to St Ives bus arrive?

Basingstoke to St Ives bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to St Ives train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to St Ives is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Basingstoke to St Ives.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to St Ives?

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Where can I stay near St Ives?

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Basingstoke to St Ives - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to St Ives 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 St Erthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 53m
£104–211
Drive 229.8 mi
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1. Drive from Basingstoke to St Ivescar 229.8 mi
4h 9m
£57–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Foundry Squarebus 406
10h 11m
£60–160
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to St Erthtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
8h 47m
£117–227

Basingstoke to St Ives by train and bus

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Distance: 252.5 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and St Ives, Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to The Terrace via Exeter St Davids, St Erth, and Interchange in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to The Terrace via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Foundry Square in around 10h 11m.

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