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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Basingstoke is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Basingstoke is to fly and train which takes 2h 55m and costs £70 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at The Malls via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Basingstoke?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Basingstoke. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Manchester to Basingstoke?

The distance between Manchester and Basingstoke is 196 miles. The road distance is 195.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £27 - £160.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Basingstoke takes 3h 44m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Basingstoke bus from?

Manchester to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Basingstoke train from?

Manchester to Basingstoke train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Manchester to Basingstoke is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £27 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Manchester to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Manchester to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Manchester to Basingstoke train arrive?

Manchester to Basingstoke train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Basingstoke is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Manchester to Basingstoke.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

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Manchester to Basingstoke - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Basingstoke by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to BasingstokeManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 44m
£27–160
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall StUk076 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to BasingstokeManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 29m
£26–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to The Malls806
5h 25m
£32–81
Drive 194.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Basingstoke194.6 mi
3h 39m
£49–70
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Basingstoke
2h 55m
£72–175
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading
3h 50m
£85–262

Manchester to Basingstoke by train

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3h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 194.8 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Basingstoke hourly. Tickets cost £27–160 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to The Malls via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 5h 25m.

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