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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Penrith is to train and bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Penrith is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Penrith?

The distance between Basingstoke and Penrith is 331 miles. The road distance is 286.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Basingstoke to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Penrith train from?

Basingstoke to Penrith train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Penrith train arrive?

Basingstoke to Penrith train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Penrith is 287 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Basingstoke to Penrith.

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

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 805+ hotels available in Penrith.

Basingstoke to Penrith - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Basingstoke to Penrith by train, bus, 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 London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 8m
£94–186
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Booth's Supermarketbus Ukn31
8h 37m
£42–97
Drive 285.1 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Penrithcar 285.1 mi
4h 52m
£70–101
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
5h 26m
£103–267
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 5m
£55–224
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
6h 28m
£74–296
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 12m
£77–252
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
5h 10m
£86–203
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 43m
£104–382
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 47m
£133–410
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
7h 13m
£81–269

Basingstoke to Penrith by train and subway

101Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 329.2 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Penrith North Lakes via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 5h 8m.

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