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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Manchester is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 41m.

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 41m and costs £75 - £180.

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 every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Manchester?

The distance between Basingstoke and Manchester is 196 miles. The road distance is 195.2 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 41m and costs £100 - £140.

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

The train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 41m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Manchester train from?

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

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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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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

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

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 Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 41m
£100–140
Drive 194.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Manchestercar 194.1 mi
3h 41m
£47–68
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 41m
£79–173
Train via London
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 48m
£86–161
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 32m
£62–229

Basingstoke to Manchester by train

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Distance: 194.8 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £100–140 and the journey takes 3h 41m.

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