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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Basingstoke is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Basingstoke station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Bus Station via Avington Turn and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Basingstoke?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter Central and arriving at Basingstoke. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Exeter to Basingstoke?

The distance between Exeter and Basingstoke is 124 miles. The road distance is 124.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £28 - £40.

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

The train from Exeter Central to Basingstoke takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Basingstoke bus from?

Exeter to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Basingstoke train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Exeter to Basingstoke is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £28 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Exeter to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Exeter to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate station.

Where does the Exeter to Basingstoke train arrive?

Exeter to Basingstoke train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Basingstoke is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Exeter to Basingstoke.

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

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Exeter to Basingstoke - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 32 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2h 25m
£28–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estatebus B9
5h 21m
£26–38
Drive 123.7 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Basingstokecar 123.7 mi
2h 15m
£30–44
Train, line 32 bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newburytrain Totnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Bus Stationbus 32
3h 6m
£38–99

Exeter to Basingstoke by train

106Weekly Trains

2h 25mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.4 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Exeter Central to Basingstoke hourly. Tickets cost £28–40 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate 6 times a week. Tickets cost £22–30 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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