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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Inverness is to train and fly which costs £65 - £210 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Inverness is to train and fly which takes 4h 49m and costs £65 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Inverness. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Union Street via London Victoria and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Inverness via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Inverness?

The distance between Basingstoke and Inverness is 494 miles. The road distance is 551 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 10h 35m and costs £120 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Basingstoke to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Inverness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Inverness train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Inverness?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Inverness is to train which takes 10h 35m and costs £120 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 16h 22m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Inverness bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Inverness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Basingstoke to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Inverness is 551 miles. It takes approximately 9h 28m to drive from Basingstoke to Inverness.

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

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Basingstoke to Inverness - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Basingstoke to Inverness by train, bus, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Woking
2. Take the bus from Woking Railway Station Southside to Heathrow Terminal 5
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Inverness
4h 59m
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junction
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LGW - INV
4h 49m
£66–201
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to InvernessLondon Kings Cross - Inverness
10h 35m
£129–286
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Park and Ride
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Union StreetE8
16h 22m
Drive 547.8 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Inverness547.8 mi
9h 28m
£137–198
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
5h 35m
£84–202
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
7h 11m
£106–355
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)BRS - INV
5h 52m
£87–400
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junction
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LGW - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
7h 6m
£79–320
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
8h 18m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
11h 48m
Train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham InternationalBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to InvernessLondon Euston - Inverness
12h 42m
£117–297

Basingstoke to Inverness by train, subway, and foot

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10h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 490.7 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Inverness, Scotland?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Inverness via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 10h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Union Street via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Park and Ride in around 16h 22m.

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