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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Peterborough is to bus via Northampton which costs £22 - £29 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Peterborough is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Queensgate Bus Park via Knebworth Park Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Peterborough via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Peterborough?

The distance between Basingstoke and Peterborough is 127 miles. The road distance is 124.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Peterborough without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 32m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Basingstoke to Peterborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Peterborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Peterborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Peterborough?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Peterborough is to train via London which takes 2h 32m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Peterborough bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Peterborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Knebworth Park Estate station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Peterborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Peterborough is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Basingstoke to Peterborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Peterborough?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to PeterboroughLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
2h 32m
£43–102
Bus via Northampton
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Park
2. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to (Corby) George Street Stop GX4
3. Take the bus from (Corby) George Street Stop G to Queensgate Bus StnX4
7h 2m
£23–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Knebworth Park EstateK05
2. Take the bus from Knebworth Park Estate to Queensgate Bus ParkK04
3h 50m
£35–49
Drive 123.8 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Peterborough123.8 mi
2h 6m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to PeterboroughHorsham - Peterborough / ...
3h 13m
£45–102

Basingstoke to Peterborough by bus and foot

178Weekly Services

7h 2mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.4 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Peterborough via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Queensgate Bus Park via Knebworth Park Estate in around 3h 50m.

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