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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Cambridge is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Cambridge is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Cambridge via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Cambridge?

The distance between Basingstoke and Cambridge is 106 miles. The road distance is 101.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Cambridge without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 40m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Basingstoke to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Cambridge train from?

Basingstoke to Cambridge train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Cambridge train arrive?

Basingstoke to Cambridge train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Cambridge is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Basingstoke to Cambridge.

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

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Where can I stay near Cambridge?

There are 835+ hotels available in Cambridge.

Basingstoke to Cambridge - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 76 bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Cambridgetrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
2h 40m
£46–107
Drive 100.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Cambridgecar 100.9 mi
1h 46m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
2h 59m
£54–112
Train, line 76 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road to Tottenham Hale Bus Stationbus 76
3. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Cambridgetrain
3h 53m
£43–77

Basingstoke to Cambridge by train, subway, and foot

297Weekly Services

2h 40mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.8 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Cambridge via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 2h 40m.

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