What is the cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke?

The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke?

The fastest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Welwyn Garden City and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Russellcroft Road and arriving at Forbury Road via Marlowes and High Wycombe BusStn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Welwyn Garden City and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Welwyn Garden City and arriving at Basingstoke via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke?

The distance between Welwyn Garden City and Basingstoke is 71 miles. The road distance is 65.9 miles.

How do I travel from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke without a car?

The best way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 19m and costs £29 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke bus from?

Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Russellcroft Road station.

Where do I catch the Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke train from?

Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Welwyn Garden City station.

Train or bus from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke is to train via London which takes 2h 19m and costs £29 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 302 bus and line 1 bus and line 850 bus, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Marlowes station.

Where does the Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke train arrive?

Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke.

How do I get a train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke?

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There are 4 ways to get from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Welwyn Garden City to King's Crosstrain Cambridge - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Basingstoke / ...
2h 19m
£30–74
Drive 65.5 mi
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1. Drive from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstokecar 65.5 mi
1h 6m
£16–23
Line 302 bus, line 1 bus, line 850 bus
1. Take the bus from Russellcroft Road to Marlowesbus 302
2. Take the bus from Marlowes to High Wycombe BusStnbus 1 / ...
3. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Forbury Roadbus 850
5h 20m
£18–30
Train
1. Take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Old Streettrain Welwyn Garden City - Moorgate
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Basingstoke / ...
2h 36m
£30–70

Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 70.6 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Welwyn Garden City, England and Basingstoke, England?

You can take a train from Welwyn Garden City to Basingstoke via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Russellcroft Road to Basingstoke via Marlowes, High Wycombe BusStn, Forbury Road, and Reading in around 5h 20m.

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