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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Wantage is to line 32 bus and bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Wantage is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Wantage?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke station to Wantage. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Market Place via Newbury Wharf and Becquerel Avenue Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Wantage?

The distance between Basingstoke and Wantage is 45 miles. The road distance is 31.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Wantage without a car is to train and bus via Reading which takes 1h 23m and costs £14 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Basingstoke to Wantage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Wantage bus from?

Basingstoke to Wantage bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Railway Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Wantage bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Wantage bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at Newbury Wharf station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Wantage?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Wantage is 32 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Basingstoke to Wantage.

Where can I stay near Wantage?

There are 1071+ hotels available in Wantage.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Parkway Station to Market PlaceX36 / ...
1h 23m
£14–29
Line 32 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Newbury Wharf32
2. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Becquerel Avenue TerminusX34 / ...
2h 23m
£6–9
Drive 31.6 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Wantage31.6 mi
42 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basingstoke to Wantage31.6 mi
42 min
£140–180
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to OxfordBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Market PlaceX1
2h 33m
£17–41

Basingstoke to Wantage by train and bus

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45.1 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Railway Station to Market Place via Newbury Wharf and Becquerel Avenue Terminus in around 2h 23m.

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