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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Watford is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Watford is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Watford. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Watford Junction via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Watford?

The distance between Basingstoke and Watford is 62 miles. The road distance is 52.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Watford without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £24 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Basingstoke to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Watford train from?

Basingstoke to Watford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Watford?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Watford is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £24 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 731 bus and line 730 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Watford train arrive?

Basingstoke to Watford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Watford is 53 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Basingstoke to Watford.

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

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Where can I stay near Watford?

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Basingstoke to Watford - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 731 bus

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain Poole - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Watford Junctiontrain East Croydon - Watford Junction / ...
2h 24m
£24–51
Drive 52.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Watfordcar 52.6 mi
59 min
£13–19
Line 731 bus, line 730 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Frimley stationbus 731
2. Take the bus from Frimley station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 730
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Town Hallbus Ra3
2h 27m
Train, bus, line 724 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Take the bus from Woking Railway Station Southside to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Clarendon Roadbus 724 / ...
2h 44m
Bus, line 724 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Clarendon Roadbus 724 / ...
2h 44m
£36–49

Basingstoke to Watford by train

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Distance: 61.7 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Watford Junction via Clapham Junction in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Town Hall via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Heathrow Terminal 5, Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, and Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 2h 27m.

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