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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Rayleigh is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Eastwood Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Rayleigh via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Rayleigh?

The distance between Basingstoke and Rayleigh is 86 miles. The road distance is 86.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Rayleigh without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £40 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Basingstoke to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Rayleigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Rayleigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Rayleigh is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £40 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Rayleigh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Rayleigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Rayleigh is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Basingstoke to Rayleigh.

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

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

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Basingstoke to Rayleigh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Rayleigh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to RayleighLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
2h 15m
£42–58
Drive 85.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Rayleigh85.7 mi
1h 59m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
4h 8m
£41–62

Basingstoke to Rayleigh by train and subway

394Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.1 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Rayleigh via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Eastwood Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 4h 8m.

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