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 bus between Basingstoke and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Parkside via Frimley station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

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 30m.

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 30m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Basingstoke to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Cambridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Cambridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Cambridge is to train via London which takes 2h 30m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Cambridge bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Parkside 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?

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Basingstoke to Cambridge - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Cambridge by train, bus, or car

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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 30m
£40–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Parksidebus 727 / ...
4h 50m
£23–50
Drive 100.9 mi
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 48m
£46–91
Train, line 35 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the bus from Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon to Liverpool Street Stationbus 35
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Cambridgetrain
3h 55m
£33–154

Basingstoke to Cambridge by train and bus

295Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.8 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Parkside hourly. Tickets cost £23–50 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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