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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Hitchin is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Hitchin is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Hitchin?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Hitchin. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at West Hill via Heathrow Terminal 3, Watford Junction station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Hitchin?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Hitchin. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Hitchin via Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Hitchin?

The distance between Basingstoke and Hitchin is 84 miles. The road distance is 75.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Hitchin without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Basingstoke to Hitchin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Hitchin bus from?

Basingstoke to Hitchin bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Hitchin train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Hitchin?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Hitchin is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 321 bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Hitchin bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Hitchin bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 3 station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Hitchin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Hitchin?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Hitchin is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Basingstoke to Hitchin.

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

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Basingstoke to Hitchin - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 321 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Hitchin 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 Hitchintrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
2h 12m
£37–80
Drive 74.9 mi
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1. Drive from Basingstoke to Hitchincar 74.9 mi
1h 17m
£19–27
Bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
5h 2m
£37–56

Basingstoke to Hitchin by train and subway

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Distance: 83.5 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Hitchin via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to West Hill via Reading, Reading RailAir, Heathrow Terminal 3, Watford Junction station, and Luton Station Interchange in around 5h 2m.

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