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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Melksham is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Melksham is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Melksham. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Market Place via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Melksham via Reading and Chippenham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Melksham?

The distance between Basingstoke and Melksham is 80 miles. The road distance is 54.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Melksham without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Basingstoke to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Melksham?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Melksham is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Melksham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Melksham train arrive?

Basingstoke to Melksham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Melksham is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Basingstoke to Melksham.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to ChippenhamLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 34m
£41–97
Drive 54.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Melksham54.6 mi
1h 10m
£14–20
Train, bus via The Pelican
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to SalisburyLondon Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
2. Take the bus from St Paul's Church to The PelicanX2 / ...
4h 3m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Trowbridge
3. Take the bus from Trinity Church to Market PlaceX34 / ...
3h 7m
£33–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Town BridgeUk043
4h 30m
£23–48

Basingstoke to Melksham by train

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79.4 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Melksham via Reading and Chippenham in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Market Place via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Town Bridge, and Bus Station in around 4h 30m.

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