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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Basingstoke is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Basingstoke is to train via London which takes 3h 37m and costs £80 - £390.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at The Malls via Newhall St and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Basingstoke via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Chester to Basingstoke?

The distance between Chester and Basingstoke is 229 miles. The road distance is 183.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Basingstoke without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 37m and costs £80 - £390.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Chester to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Basingstoke bus from?

Chester to Basingstoke bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Basingstoke train from?

Chester to Basingstoke train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Chester to Basingstoke is to train via London which takes 3h 37m and costs £80 - £390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Chester to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Chester to Basingstoke bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Chester to Basingstoke train arrive?

Chester to Basingstoke train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Chester to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Basingstoke is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Chester to Basingstoke.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

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Chester to Basingstoke - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Chester to Basingstoke by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London EustonChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to BasingstokeLondon Waterloo - Basingstoke / ...
3h 37m
£84–386
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Malls806
6h 12m
£33–51
Drive 182.8 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Basingstoke182.8 mi
3h 39m
£46–66
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
4h 58m
£77–255
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to StaffordChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to BasingstokeManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 20m
£80–222
Train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham InternationalHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to BasingstokeManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 5m
£70–192
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Basingstoke
3h 56m
£84–208
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Liverpool South Parkway
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)LPL - LHR
3. Take the train from Woking to Basingstoke
6h 32m
£113–329
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)LPL - LGW
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoke
6h 11m
£99–270

Chester to Basingstoke by train and subway

79Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.8 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Basingstoke via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to The Malls via Newhall St and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 12m.

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