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 The Malls and arriving at West Hill via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Airport Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

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 - £90.

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 Newbury & District, depart from Frimley 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 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 730 bus and bus and line 101 bus, which costs and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Hitchin bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Hitchin bus services, operated by Newbury & District, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 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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Where can I stay near Hitchin?

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Basingstoke to Hitchin - 4 ways to travel via train, line 730 bus, and bus

There are 4 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
£38–89
Drive 74.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Hitchincar 74.9 mi
1h 17m
£19–27
Line 730 bus, bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Frimley station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 730
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Airport Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to West Hillbus 101 / ...
4h 15m
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
4h 38m
£34–53

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Basingstoke to Hitchin.

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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 bus from The Malls to West Hill via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, and Airport Bus Station in around 4h 15m.

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