What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Basingstoke via London Paddington and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

The distance between Forest Gate and Basingstoke is 61 miles. The road distance is 56.4 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Basingstoke without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke without a car is to train via Reading which takes 1h 41m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Forest Gate to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Basingstoke train from?

Forest Gate to Basingstoke train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Forest Gate station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Basingstoke train arrive?

Forest Gate to Basingstoke train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Basingstoke is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Forest Gate to Basingstoke.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate to Basingstoke?

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Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

There are 806+ hotels available in Basingstoke.

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Reading
3. Take the train from Reading to Basingstoke
1h 41m
£33–58
Drive 56 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Basingstoke56 mi
1h 31m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to BasingstokeLondon Waterloo - Basingstoke / ...
1h 50m
£24–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Heathrow Terminal 5Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
2h 12m
£48–78

Forest Gate to Basingstoke by train

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1h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 60.8 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Forest Gate, Greater London, England and Basingstoke, England?

You can take a train from Forest Gate to Basingstoke via London Paddington and Reading in around 1h 41m.

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