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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Thetford is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Thetford is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Thetford?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Thetford via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Thetford?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Thetford. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Thetford via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Thetford?

The distance between Basingstoke and Thetford is 144 miles. The road distance is 133.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Thetford without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Basingstoke to Thetford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Thetford bus from?

Basingstoke to Thetford bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Thetford train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Thetford?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Thetford is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Reading, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Thetford bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Thetford bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Thetford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Thetford?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Thetford is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Basingstoke to Thetford.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Thetford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Elytrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
3h 48m
£60–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Interchangebus 727 / ...
6h 11m
£24–60
Bus via Reading
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Thetfordbus Uk950
5h 50m
£43–67
Drive 132.4 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Thetfordcar 132.4 mi
2h 16m
£33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach Stationbus A8
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Thetfordtrain
5h 19m
£55–116

Basingstoke to Thetford by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 143.6 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Thetford, Norfolk, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Thetford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Ely in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to Thetford via Reading, Reading RailAir, Heathrow Terminal 2, and London Heathrow Airport in around 5h 50m.

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