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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at The Malls via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Basingstoke via Newton Abbot and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Paignton to Basingstoke?

The distance between Paignton and Basingstoke is 181 miles. The road distance is 146.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Basingstoke without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 25m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Paignton to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Basingstoke bus from?

Paignton to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Basingstoke train from?

Paignton to Basingstoke train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Paignton to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Paignton to Basingstoke is to train via Reading which takes 3h 25m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Paignton to Basingstoke bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paignton to Basingstoke train arrive?

Paignton to Basingstoke train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Basingstoke is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Paignton to Basingstoke.

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

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Paignton to Basingstoke - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Paignton to Basingstoke by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 25m
£73–138
Drive 145.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paignton to Basingstokecar 145.8 mi
2h 36m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 805
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to The Mallsbus 806
7h 10m
£37–63
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain Paignton - Exmouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 24m
£57–116

Paignton to Basingstoke by train

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Distance: 180.3 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to The Malls via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 7h 10m.

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