What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Saffron Walden?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at East Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden?

The distance between Basingstoke and Saffron Walden is 94 miles. The road distance is 98 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £45 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Saffron Walden bus from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 316 bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Saffron Walden bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Saffron Walden is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden.

Where can I stay near Saffron Walden?

There are 788+ hotels available in Saffron Walden.

Basingstoke to Saffron Walden - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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 WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Audley EndLondon Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
3h 15m
£47–69
Drive 97.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden97.4 mi
1h 45m
£24–35
Train, bus, line 316 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach StationA8
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to East Street316
4h 30m
£46–59
Train, line 35 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junction
2. Take the bus from Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon to Liverpool Street Station35
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Audley End
3h 59m
£36–117
Bus, line 316 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 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to East Street316
4h 40m
£41–66

Basingstoke to Saffron Walden by train, subway, foot, and bus

236Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Basingstoke to Saffron Walden.

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Distance: 93.6 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Saffron Walden, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to East Street via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Bank station, London Liverpool Street, Audley End, and Railway Station in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to East Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 4h 40m.

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