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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Ludlow is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Ludlow is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Ludlow via Reading and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Ludlow?

The distance between Basingstoke and Ludlow is 180 miles. The road distance is 120.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Ludlow without a car is to train via Newport which takes 3h 36m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Basingstoke to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Ludlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Ludlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Ludlow?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Ludlow is to train via Newport which takes 3h 36m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Ludlow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Ludlow train arrive?

Basingstoke to Ludlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Ludlow is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Basingstoke to Ludlow.

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

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Basingstoke to Ludlow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Ludlow Fish Bar via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, Halesowen Bus Station and Kidderminster Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Ludlow by train, bus, or car

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to LudlowCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 36m
£66–141
Drive 119.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Ludlow119.9 mi
2h 31m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Bar292
7h 11m
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to HerefordLondon Paddington - Hereford / ...
4h 33m
£62–159
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Bar292
5h 5m

Basingstoke to Ludlow by train

191Weekly Trains

3h 36mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.1 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Ludlow via Reading and Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Ludlow Fish Bar via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, Halesowen Bus Station, and Kidderminster Bus Station in around 7h 11m.

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