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 39m.

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 37m and costs £70 - £180.

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 Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

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 41m.

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 41m and costs £27 - £160.

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 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 41m and costs £27 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Manchester bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 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 39m 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 - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 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 PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 41m
£27–160
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill InterchangeUk076 / ...
5h 4m
£53–218
Drive 193.6 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Manchester193.6 mi
3h 39m
£49–70
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3h 41m
£71–240
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Terminal 5806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Station802
5h 30m
£38–85
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
2h 37m
£73–176

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 hourly. Tickets cost £27–160 and the journey takes 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Manchester Central Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 5h 30m.

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