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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Harpenden is to bus which costs £13 - £30 and takes 2h 52m.

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 bus between Basingstoke and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Luton DART Parkway via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

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 London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Harpenden?

The distance between Basingstoke and Harpenden is 76 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 which takes 2h 1m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Basingstoke to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Harpenden bus from?

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

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 which takes 2h 1m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £30 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Harpenden bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Harpenden bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Harpendentrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 1m
£34–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton DART Parkwaybus Uk998 / ...
2h 52m
£13–29
Drive 63 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Harpendencar 63 mi
1h 7m
£16–23
Train via London
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain Yeovil Junction - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to West Hampsteadtrain Clapham Junction - Stratford / ...
2h 9m
£35–76
Bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Watford Junction stationbus Ra3
3. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Old Cock Innbus 321
3h 36m
£37–55

Basingstoke to Harpenden by train and subway

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Distance: 76 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Harpenden via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Harpenden via London Heathrow Airport, Luton DART Parkway, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 2h 52m.

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