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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Tavistock is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Tavistock is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Tavistock?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Tavistock. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Gunnislake via Reading and Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Tavistock?

The distance between Basingstoke and Tavistock is 169 miles. The road distance is 157.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Tavistock without a car is to train and line 66 bus which takes 5h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Basingstoke to Tavistock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Tavistock train from?

Basingstoke to Tavistock train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Tavistock train arrive?

Basingstoke to Tavistock train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Tavistock?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Tavistock is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Basingstoke to Tavistock.

Where can I stay near Tavistock?

There are 1420+ hotels available in Tavistock.

Basingstoke to Tavistock - 3 ways to travel via train, line 66 bus, and car

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

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Train, line 66 bus
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Prison to Tenby Housebus 66
5h 31m
Drive 157 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Tavistockcar 157 mi
3h 11m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
6h 15m
£98–188

Basingstoke to Tavistock by train and bus

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6h 15mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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