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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Fishguard is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Fishguard is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Fishguard?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Fishguard. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Fishguard & Goodwick via Reading and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Fishguard?

The distance between Basingstoke and Fishguard is 243 miles. The road distance is 210.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Fishguard without a car is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Basingstoke to Fishguard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Fishguard train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Fishguard?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Fishguard is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Fishguard train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Fishguard?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Fishguard is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Basingstoke to Fishguard.

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

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Where can I stay near Fishguard?

There are 942+ hotels available in Fishguard.

Basingstoke to Fishguard - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Fishguard by train, bus, or car

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 Reading to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Swansea to Fishguard & GoodwickCardiff Central - Fishguard Harbour / ...
5h 57m
£56–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Bus Station508
8h 59m
£39–62
Drive 209.2 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Fishguard209.2 mi
3h 51m
£53–76
Train via Haverfordwest
1. Take the train from Reading to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Swansea to HaverfordwestCardiff Central - Milford Haven / ...
6h 55m
£51–158
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Synod InnT1c
4. Take the bus from Synod Inn to Ffordd yr Efail 2T5
9h 50m

Basingstoke to Fishguard by train

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5h 57mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Fishguard & Goodwick via Reading and Swansea in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £29–45 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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