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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Wales is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Wales is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Wales. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Wales. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Wales?

The distance between Basingstoke and Wales is 125 miles. The road distance is 110.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Wales without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Basingstoke to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Wales?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Wales is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Wales train arrive?

Basingstoke to Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Wales is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Basingstoke to Wales.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basingstoke to Wales?

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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Basingstoke to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 8m
£41–121
Drive 110.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Cardiff110.1 mi
2h 6m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
4h 7m
£29–67
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to SalisburyLondon Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 34m
£46–74

Basingstoke to Wales by train

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2h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.2 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–110 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 7m.

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