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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Stanstead is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Stanstead is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Stanstead?

The distance between Basingstoke and Stanstead is 126 miles. The road distance is 121.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Stanstead without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 4h 35m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Basingstoke to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Stanstead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Stanstead is to bus and line 41 bus which takes 6h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via London, which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Stanstead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Stanstead is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Basingstoke to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 451+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Basingstoke to Stanstead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
3. Take the bus from The Bricklayers Arms to Bus Station44 / ...
4h 35m
£46–84
Drive 120.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Stanstead120.5 mi
2h 19m
£30–43
Bus, line 41 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 Bus InterchangeX20
4. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Bus Station60
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stanway Close41 / ...
6h 35m
Train via London
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks TeyLondon Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
4h 52m
£56–86
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junction
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Stratford (London)
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Tey
5h 40m
£58–87

Basingstoke to Stanstead by train, subway, and bus

88Weekly Services

4h 35mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from The Malls to Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basingstoke to Stanway Close via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 4h 52m.

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