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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Basingstoke is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at The Malls via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Basingstoke via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Basingstoke?

The distance between Plymouth and Basingstoke is 205 miles. The road distance is 167.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Plymouth to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Basingstoke bus from?

Plymouth to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Basingstoke train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Basingstoke is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Plymouth to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Plymouth to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Plymouth to Basingstoke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Basingstoke is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Plymouth to Basingstoke.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 13m
£84–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G5
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to The Mallsbus G44
6h 20m
£29–49
Drive 166.6 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Basingstokecar 166.6 mi
2h 57m
£41–60
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 29m
£67–134

Plymouth to Basingstoke by train

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Distance: 203.8 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to The Malls via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park in around 6h 20m.

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