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 6m.

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 6m 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 51m.

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 which takes 1h 51m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m 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 which takes 1h 51m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 2h 32m.

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 6m 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?

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

There are 4 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 WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
1h 51m
£41–64
Drive 63 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Harpenden63 mi
1h 6m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Airport Parkway Rail StationUk990
2h 32m
£26–43
Bus, line 724 bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Black Boy PH724 / ...
3. Take the bus from Black Boy PH to Old Cock Inn321
4h 2m
£38–51

Basingstoke to Harpenden by train and subway

566Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to London Waterloo every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £26–35 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Harpenden via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 2h 32m.

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