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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Launceston is to line 13 bus and line 64 bus and bus and line 12 bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Launceston is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke station to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Westgate Street via High Street, Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate, Royal Parade and New Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Launceston?

The distance between Basingstoke and Launceston is 169 miles. The road distance is 165 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Basingstoke to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Launceston bus from?

Basingstoke to Launceston bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Launceston?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Launceston is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can line 13 bus and line 64 bus and bus and line 12 bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Launceston bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Launceston bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at High Street station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Launceston is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Basingstoke to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1253+ hotels available in Launceston.

Basingstoke to Launceston - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 13 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Launceston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 39m
£72–156
Line 13 bus, line 64 bus, bus, line 12 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 13
2. Take the bus from High Street to Avington Turnbus 64
3. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Plymouth Coach Stationbus B20
4. Take the bus from Royal Parade to New Roadbus 12 / ...
5. Take the bus from New Road to Westgate Streetbus 76A
8h 53m
£33–49
Drive 164.1 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Launcestoncar 164.1 mi
3h 1m
£41–59
Line 32 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newbury Wharfbus 32
2. Take the train from Newbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
7h 6m
£80–155

Basingstoke to Launceston by train and bus

48Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Westgate Street via High Street, Avington Turn, Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate, Plymouth Coach Station, Royal Parade, and New Road in around 8h 53m.

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