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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Harpenden is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Harpenden is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Harpenden via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Harpenden?

The distance between Basingstoke and Harpenden is 74 miles. The road distance is 63.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Harpenden without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 48m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Basingstoke to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Harpenden train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Harpenden is to train via London which takes 1h 48m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 730 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Harpenden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Harpenden is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Basingstoke to Harpenden.

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

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

There are 1443+ hotels available in Harpenden.

Basingstoke to Harpenden - 5 ways to travel via train, line 730 bus, and bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
1h 48m
£35–64
Drive 63 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Harpendencar 63 mi
1h 7m
£16–23
Line 730 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Frimley station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 730
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Airport Parkway Rail Stationbus Uk990
3h 25m
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to West Hampsteadtrain Clapham Junction - Stratford
2h 8m
£30–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Woking Railway Station Southside to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Streetbus 724 / ...
3h 55m

Basingstoke to Harpenden by train

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2h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to London Waterloo every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £26–35 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Harpenden via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 3h 25m.

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