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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Cowes is to train and ferry which costs £27 - £45 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Cowes is to train and ferry which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £45.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Cowes?

The distance between Basingstoke and Cowes is 44 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Cowes without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Basingstoke to Cowes, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cowes?

There are 3080+ hotels available in Cowes.

Basingstoke to Cowes - one way to travel via train, and ferry

There is 1 way to get from Basingstoke to Cowes by train or ferry

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton CentralLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry TerminalRedJet West Cowes
2h 13m
£28–43

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Basingstoke to Cowes.

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Distance: 43.9 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

There is no direct connection from Basingstoke to Cowes. However, you can take the train to Southampton Central, walk to Central Station, take the bus to Red Funnel Terminal, walk to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Red Jet Ferry Terminal.

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