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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Cardiff is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Cardiff?

The distance between Basingstoke and Cardiff is 125 miles. The road distance is 110.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £50 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Basingstoke to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Cardiff bus from?

Basingstoke to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Cardiff bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Cardiff is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Basingstoke to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 11m
£51–141
Drive 110.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Cardiff110.1 mi
2h 6m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
4h 13m
£29–67
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to SalisburyLondon Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 34m
£44–79

Basingstoke to Cardiff by train

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2h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.2 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–130 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 13m.

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