What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to New Forest is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to New Forest is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and New Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke station to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Savernake Hospital via Newbury Wharf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to New Forest?

The distance between Basingstoke and New Forest is 36 miles. The road distance is 34.5 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to New Forest without a car is to line 32 bus and bus which takes 2h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to New Forest?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Basingstoke to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to New Forest bus from?

Basingstoke to New Forest bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Railway Station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to New Forest?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to New Forest is to line 32 bus and bus which takes 2h 24m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Basingstoke to New Forest bus arrive?

Basingstoke to New Forest bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at Newbury Wharf station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to New Forest is 34 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Basingstoke to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 436+ hotels available in New Forest.

Basingstoke to New Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, line 32 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to New Forest by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 32 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Newbury Wharf32
2. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Savernake HospitalX20
2h 24m
Drive 34.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to New Forest34.3 mi
45 min
£9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Newbury
3. Take the train from Newbury to Bedwyn
3h 7m
£17–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basingstoke to New Forest34.3 mi
45 min
£70–90

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 36.1 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from Railway Station to Savernake Hospital via Newbury Wharf in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to Savernake Hospital via Reading, Newbury, Bedwyn, and Railway Station in around 3h 7m.

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