What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate station to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Tottenham Court Road Station and arriving at The Malls via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Basingstoke via London Paddington and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

The distance between Forest Gate and Basingstoke is 61 miles. The road distance is 56.3 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Basingstoke without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £28 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Basingstoke bus from?

Forest Gate to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Basingstoke train from?

Forest Gate to Basingstoke train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Forest Gate station.

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £28 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at The Malls station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Basingstoke train arrive?

Forest Gate to Basingstoke train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Basingstoke is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Forest Gate to Basingstoke.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Basingstoketrain
1h 37m
£29–79
Drive 56 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Basingstokecar 56 mi
1h 33m
£14–20
Train, line 730 bus, line 731 bus
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Heathrow Terminal 5train
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Frimley stationbus 730
3. Take the bus from Frimley station to The Mallsbus 731
3h
Line 330 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wanstead Park Station to Canning Townbus 330
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Basingstoke / ...
2h 10m
£26–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Mallsbus 035
3h 24m
£14–36

Forest Gate to Basingstoke by train

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Distance: 60.8 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Forest Gate, Greater London, England and Basingstoke, England?

You can take a train from Forest Gate to Basingstoke via London Paddington and Reading in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to The Malls every 3 hours. Tickets cost £8–22 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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