What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at The Malls via St Margaret's Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Basingstoke via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke?

The distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Basingstoke is 160 miles. The road distance is 132.6 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £75 - £130.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke bus from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke train from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke bus arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke train arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke.

Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

There are 820+ hotels available in Basingstoke.

Can I share a ride from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Basingstoke. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 15m
£79–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 440 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Mallsbus 035
6h 53m
£31–76
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from EMA Departure Building to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Woking Railway Station Southsidebus Ra2
4. Take the train from Woking to Basingstoketrain
6h 33m
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from East Midlands-EMA to Basingstokerideshare 131.8 mi
2h 20m
Drive 131.8 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstokecar 131.8 mi
2h 20m
£32–47
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 22m
£85–128

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Basingstoke by bus and train

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Distance: 159.5 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between East Midlands Airport (EMA), England and Basingstoke, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Reading every 3 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Park to The Malls via St Margaret's Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 53m.

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