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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Taunton is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Taunton is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Taunton via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Taunton?

The distance between Basingstoke and Taunton is 122 miles. The road distance is 97.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Basingstoke to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Taunton train from?

Basingstoke to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Taunton train arrive?

Basingstoke to Taunton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Taunton is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Basingstoke to Taunton.

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

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Where can I stay near Taunton?

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Basingstoke to Taunton - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Taunton by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 1m
£51–104
Drive 97 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Tauntoncar 97 mi
1h 56m
£24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Axminstertrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Waterstonesbus 30
3h 34m
£43–92

Basingstoke to Taunton by train

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2h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 121.6 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Taunton hourly. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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