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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Bridgend is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Bridgend is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Frimley station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Bridgend via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Bridgend?

The distance between Basingstoke and Bridgend is 145 miles. The road distance is 126.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £60 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Basingstoke to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Bridgend bus from?

Basingstoke to Bridgend bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Bridgend is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £60 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Bridgend bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Bridgend bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Bridgend is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Basingstoke to Bridgend.

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

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Where can I stay near Bridgend?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 43m
£61–311
Drive 125.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Bridgendcar 125.6 mi
2h 21m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sarn Odeonbus 201 / ...
5h 42m
£35–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
4h 59m

Basingstoke to Bridgend by train

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2h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.2 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Bridgend, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Bridgend hourly. Tickets cost £55–300 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sarn Odeon every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 4h. Atlantic Travel GB Ltd also services this route hourly.

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