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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Manchester is to bus which costs £13 - £55 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Manchester is to train and fly which takes 2h 44m and costs £65 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Manchester?

The distance between Basingstoke and Manchester is 196 miles. The road distance is 194.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £17 - £140.

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

The train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 40m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Manchester train from?

Basingstoke to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Manchester?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £17 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £55 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Manchester bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Basingstoke to Manchester train arrive?

Basingstoke to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Manchester is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Basingstoke to Manchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basingstoke to Manchester?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 40m
£17–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
6h 40m
£14–54
Drive 193.6 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Manchestercar 193.6 mi
3h 41m
£47–67
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 47m
£62–218
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2h 44m
£67–160

Basingstoke to Manchester by train

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Distance: 194.8 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £17–140 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Manchester Central Coach Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 40m.

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