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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Skegness is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Skegness. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Dorothy Avenue via London Victoria, Central Bus Station and Mill Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Skegness via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Skegness?

The distance between Basingstoke and Skegness is 214 miles. The road distance is 179.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Basingstoke to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Skegness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Skegness train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Skegness?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Skegness is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 54m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Skegness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Skegness is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Basingstoke to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Grantham
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegness
5h 22m
£59–146
Drive 178.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Skegness178.8 mi
3h 17m
£45–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Park
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to Broad Marsh Bus Station
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegness
9h 3m
£49–96
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegness
6h 50m
£77–301
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rail Station Car Park451
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Mill InnB5 / ...
10h 54m

Basingstoke to Skegness by train, subway, and foot

48Weekly Services

5h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.9 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Skegness via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Dorothy Avenue via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Rail Station Car Park, Central Bus Station, and Mill Inn in around 10h 54m.

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