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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Tintagel is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Tintagel is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Tintagel?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Tintagel. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Molesworth Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, The Shire House Mount Folly and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Tintagel?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Tintagel. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Tintagel?

The distance between Basingstoke and Tintagel is 251 miles. The road distance is 183.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Tintagel without a car is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs £180 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Basingstoke to Tintagel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Tintagel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Tintagel train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Tintagel?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Tintagel is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs £180 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 10h 45m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Tintagel bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Tintagel bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Tintagel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Tintagel?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Tintagel is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Basingstoke to Tintagel.

Where can I stay near Tintagel?

There are 2110+ hotels available in Tintagel.

Basingstoke to Tintagel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Bodmin Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
7h 30m
£181–292
Drive 182.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Tintagelcar 182.4 mi
3h 28m
£45–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strandbus 6
8h 46m
£54–105
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
8h 44m
£81–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 805
10h 45m
£51–85

Basingstoke to Tintagel by train and bus

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8h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.4 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Bodmin Parkway every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–170 and the journey takes 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Molesworth Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Dennison Road Car Park, The Shire House Mount Folly, and Bus Station in around 10h 45m.

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