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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Llanelli is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Llanelli is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Llanelli via Reading and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Llanelli?

The distance between Basingstoke and Llanelli is 182 miles. The road distance is 160.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Basingstoke to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Llanelli train from?

Basingstoke to Llanelli train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Llanelli is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Llanelli bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Llanelli train arrive?

Basingstoke to Llanelli train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Llanelli is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Basingstoke to Llanelli.

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

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Basingstoke to Llanelli - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Llanelli by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Reading to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 48m
£48–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B201 / ...
6h 42m
£30–81
Drive 159.5 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Llanelli159.5 mi
2h 54m
£39–57
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanelli
5h 31m
£36–109
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Swansea Bus Station Stand B508
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5111
6h 51m

Basingstoke to Llanelli by train

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3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.7 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Llanelli, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £40–220 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 6h 42m.

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