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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Luton is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Luton is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Luton. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Luton via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Luton?

The distance between Basingstoke and Luton is 80 miles. The road distance is 67 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Luton without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Basingstoke to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Luton train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Luton?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Luton is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 321 bus, which costs and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Luton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Luton is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Basingstoke to Luton.

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

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Where can I stay near Luton?

There are 1083+ hotels available in Luton.

Basingstoke to Luton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 321 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Luton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Lutontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 59m
£39–86
Drive 66.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Lutoncar 66.7 mi
1h 8m
£17–24
Bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Woking Railway Station Southside to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Watford Junction stationbus Ra3
3. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Church Streetbus 321
3h 58m

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Luton via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station, West Hampstead station, and West Hampstead Thameslink in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to Church Street via Woking, Woking Railway Station Southside, Heathrow Terminal 3, and Watford Junction station in around 3h 58m.

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