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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Penrith is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 30m.

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 55m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Penrith. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Penrith via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

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 Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Penrith?

The distance between Basingstoke and Penrith is 290 miles. The road distance is 287.2 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 44m and costs £120 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Basingstoke to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Penrith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Penrith?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Penrith is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £120 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Penrith bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Penrith bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Basingstoke to Penrith train arrive?

Basingstoke to Penrith train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Penrith is 287 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Basingstoke to Penrith.

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

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Basingstoke to Penrith - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Basingstoke to Penrith by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wolverhamptontrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 44m
£121–321
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Penrithbus Ukn31
9h 30m
£42–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
8h 5m
£82–185
Drive 285.5 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Penrithcar 285.5 mi
4h 55m
£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 30m
£111–298
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 8m
£108–304
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 18m
£84–270
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
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 38m
£74–368
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
£101–230
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 45m
£98–382
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 43m
£122–413
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 24m
£88–259

Basingstoke to Penrith by train

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Distance: 287.9 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Penrith North Lakes via Wolverhampton in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Penrith via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h 30m.

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