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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Cumbria is to bus which costs £50 - £80 and takes 12h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Cumbria is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Cumbria?

The distance between Basingstoke and Cumbria is 296 miles. The road distance is 290.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £120 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Basingstoke to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Cumbria bus from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Cumbria is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £120 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Cumbria bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Cumbria bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Cumbria is 290 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Basingstoke to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 833+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Basingstoke to Cumbria - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Basingstoke to Cumbria by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wolverhamptontrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 53m
£123–329
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
12h 10m
£51–77
Drive 288.6 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Cumbriacar 288.6 mi
5h 4m
£72–103
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
6h 45m
£113–306
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 26m
£111–312
Train, bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, line 508 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Take the bus from Woking Railway Station Southside to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to Another Placebus
7h 41m
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 25m
£88–281
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 29m
£103–238
Train, bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, line 508 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Take the bus from Woking Railway Station Southside to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
4. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to Another Placebus
7h 57m
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
8h 3m
£135–414

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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Map of how to get from Basingstoke to Cumbria.

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Distance: 294.7 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Pooley Bridge Inn via Wolverhampton, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Longthwaite road end via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Birmingham Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 12h 10m.

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