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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Llanelli is to bus which costs £15 - £55 and takes 8h 20m.

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 55m 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 Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

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 54m.

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 54m and costs £55 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m 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 Heathrow Terminal 5 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 54m and costs £55 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £55 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Llanelli bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

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 55m to drive from Basingstoke to Llanelli.

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

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Basingstoke to Llanelli - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 111 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 54m
£58–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
8h 20m
£15–55
Train, bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
7h 30m
Drive 159.5 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Llanellicar 159.5 mi
2h 55m
£40–57

Basingstoke to Llanelli by train

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Distance: 180.7 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £50–160 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand B every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £15–55 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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