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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal is to bus which costs £13 - £29 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Basingstoke Canal?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Railway Arch via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Woking station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Basingstoke Canal?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Brookwood via Reading and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal?

The distance between Cardiff and Basingstoke Canal is 146 miles. The road distance is 130.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal without a car is to train via Basingstoke which takes 3h 21m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal bus from?

Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal is to train via Basingstoke which takes 3h 21m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Terminal 2, which costs £13 - £45 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal.

Where can I stay near Basingstoke Canal?

There are 1546+ hotels available in Basingstoke Canal.

Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal 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 via Basingstoke
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Basingstoke
3. Take the train from Basingstoke to Brookwood
3h 21m
£48–129
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
4h 52m
£14–40
Drive 130 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal130 mi
2h 20m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to GuildfordReading - Gatwick Airport / ...
3h 49m
£45–134
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5Uk940
5h 37m
£14–29

Cardiff to Basingstoke Canal by bus and foot

171Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Basingstoke Canal via Reading, Basingstoke, and Brookwood in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £11–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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