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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Dover is to bus which costs £15 - £29 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Dover is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Dover. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Dover. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Dover Priory via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Dover?

The distance between Basingstoke and Dover is 128 miles. The road distance is 122 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Dover without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Basingstoke to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Dover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Dover?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Dover is to train via London which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £29 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Dover bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Basingstoke to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Dover is 122 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Basingstoke to Dover.

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

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover PriorySt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 30m
£48–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal1710 / ...
4h 14m
£16–29
Drive 121.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Dover121.3 mi
1h 58m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dover PrioryLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 44m
£41–98

Basingstoke to Dover by train, subway, and foot

93Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Dover Priory via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 4h 14m.

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