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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Stansted is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Stansted is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Borough Green & Wrotham via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Stansted?

The distance between Basingstoke and Stansted is 80 miles. The road distance is 76.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Stansted without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 27m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Basingstoke to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Stansted train from?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Stansted train arrive?

Basingstoke to Stansted train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Stansted is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Basingstoke to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 2272+ hotels available in Stansted.

Basingstoke to Stansted - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 223 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Stansted by train, car, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain Southampton Central - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2h 27m
£46–94
Drive 76.3 mi
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1. Drive from Basingstoke to Stanstedcar 76.3 mi
1h 16m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
3h 42m
£35–76
Train, line 223 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Gravesendtrain
3. Take the bus from Barrack Row to Flagstone Pavingbus 223
4h 19m

Basingstoke to Stansted by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 79.9 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Stansted via Clapham Junction, London Victoria, and Borough Green & Wrotham in around 2h 27m.

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