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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Tavistock is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 55m.

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 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Tavistock?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke station to Tavistock station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via High Street, Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Tavistock?

The distance between Basingstoke and Tavistock is 198 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 118 bus via Reading which takes 5h 40m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Basingstoke to Tavistock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Tavistock bus from?

Basingstoke to Tavistock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Tavistock bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Tavistock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach 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 956+ hotels available in Tavistock.

Basingstoke to Tavistock - 4 ways to travel via train, line 118 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Tavistock by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 118 bus via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bedford Hotelbus 118 / ...
5h 40m
£79–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Plymouth Coach Stationbus B20
7h 55m
£36–87
Drive 157 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Tavistockcar 157 mi
3h 11m
£39–56
Train, line 118 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bedford Hotelbus 118 / ...
5h 44m
£64–136

Basingstoke to Tavistock by train and bus

103Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.2 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

National Express operates a bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Plymouth Coach Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £29–75 and the journey takes 4h.

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