What is the cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke?

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke?

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke is to Airport Transfer which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) station to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Basingstoke?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Basingstoke. Services depart four times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke?

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Basingstoke is 68 miles. The road distance is 52.5 miles.

How do I travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke without a car?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 42m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke bus from?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke train from?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke is to train via London which takes 1h 42m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke bus arrive?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke train arrive?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke.

How do I get a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke?

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Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

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Can I share a ride from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke?

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

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke - 7 ways to travel via train

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There are 7 ways to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junctiontrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
1h 42m
£30–64
Drive 52.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstokecar 52.2 mi
1h 17m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 25m
£39–56
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Basingstokerideshare 52.2 mi
1h 17m
£16–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoketaxi 52.2 mi
1h 17m
£110–130
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
1h 59m
£29–58
Train #2
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Basingstoketrain Gatwick Airport - Basingstoke
2h 5m
£30–60

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Basingstoke by train

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Distance: 67.4 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW), England and Basingstoke, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Basingstoke via Clapham Junction in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Basingstoke via Heathrow Terminal 5, Reading RailAir, and Reading in around 2h 25m.

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