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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford station to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Basingstoke via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Watford to Basingstoke?

The distance between Watford and Basingstoke is 62 miles. The road distance is 51.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £26 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Watford to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Basingstoke bus from?

Watford to Basingstoke bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Basingstoke train from?

Watford to Basingstoke train services, operated by Southern, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Watford to Basingstoke is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £26 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Watford to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Watford to Basingstoke bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 3 station.

Where does the Watford to Basingstoke train arrive?

Watford to Basingstoke train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Watford to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Basingstoke is 52 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Watford to Basingstoke.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Watford to Basingstoke?

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain Watford Junction - East Croydon / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
1h 59m
£26–58
Drive 51.3 mi
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1. Drive from Watford to Basingstokecar 51.3 mi
57 min
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 42m
£36–52
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford to Basingstoketaxi 51.3 mi
57 min
£100–130

Watford to Basingstoke by train

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Distance: 61.6 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Basingstoke via Clapham Junction in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Basingstoke via Heathrow Terminal 3, Reading RailAir, and Reading in around 2h 42m.

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