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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Basingstoke is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Malls via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Basingstoke via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Basingstoke?

The distance between Canterbury and Basingstoke is 121 miles. The road distance is 107.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Basingstoke without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 41m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Canterbury to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Basingstoke bus from?

Canterbury to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Basingstoke train from?

Canterbury to Basingstoke train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Basingstoke is to train via London which takes 2h 41m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 5h.

Where does the Canterbury to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Canterbury to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Basingstoke train arrive?

Canterbury to Basingstoke train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Basingstoke is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Canterbury to Basingstoke.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Basingstoke / ...
2h 41m
£42–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Mallsbus 035
5h
£15–31
Drive 107.3 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Basingstokecar 107.3 mi
1h 47m
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Basingstoke / ...
3h 8m
£34–118

Canterbury to Basingstoke by train, foot, and subway

141Weekly Services

2h 41mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.1 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Basingstoke via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Malls via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 5h.

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