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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Basingstoke is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Basingstoke via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Basingstoke?

The distance between Cardiff and Basingstoke is 125 miles. The road distance is 111.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Cardiff to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Basingstoke train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Basingstoke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Basingstoke is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Cardiff to Basingstoke.

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

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Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

There are 808+ hotels available in Basingstoke.

Cardiff to Basingstoke - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Basingstoke by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 58m
£40–107
Drive 110.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Basingstoke110.9 mi
2h 7m
£28–40
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SalisburyCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to BasingstokeSalisbury - London Waterloo / ...
3h 4m
£49–77

Cardiff to Basingstoke by train

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.2 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Basingstoke, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £30–95 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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