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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Durham is to bus which costs £22 - £65 and takes 8h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Durham is to train and fly which takes 3h 28m and costs £100 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Durham. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge via London Victoria and Bus Station Stand 18. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Durham. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Durham?

The distance between Basingstoke and Durham is 306 miles. The road distance is 281.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Durham without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 24m and costs £85 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Basingstoke to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Durham?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Durham is to train via London which takes 4h 24m and costs £85 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £65 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Durham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Durham train arrive?

Basingstoke to Durham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Durham is 282 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Basingstoke to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1641+ hotels available in Durham.

Basingstoke to Durham - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Basingstoke to Durham 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham JunctionWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to DurhamLondon Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
4h 24m
£88–208
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station Stand 11
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 18 to Leazes Road - Millburngate BridgeX12
8h 34m
£23–62
Drive 280.2 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Durham280.2 mi
4h 43m
£70–102
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3h 28m
£100–239
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to DurhamSouthampton Central - Newcastle
4h 41m
£120–390
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DurhamReading - Newcastle / ...
5h 20m
£82–367
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Durham
4h 30m
£68–273
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
5h 16m
£75–340
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durham
6h 30m
£98–303

Basingstoke to Durham by bus

64Weekly Buses

8h 34mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 304 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Durham via Clapham Junction, Vauxhall, Vauxhall station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station Stand 11, and Bus Station Stand 18 in around 8h 34m.

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