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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Basingstoke is to train which costs £28 - £80 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at The Malls via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Basingstoke via Newton Abbot and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Paignton to Basingstoke?

The distance between Paignton and Basingstoke is 181 miles. The road distance is 146.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Basingstoke without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 25m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Paignton to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Basingstoke bus from?

Paignton to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Basingstoke train from?

Paignton to Basingstoke train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Paignton to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Paignton to Basingstoke is to train via Reading which takes 3h 25m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Paignton to Basingstoke bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paignton to Basingstoke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paignton to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Basingstoke is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Paignton to Basingstoke.

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

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

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to ReadingTotnes - London Paddington / ...
3h 25m
£73–149
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St DavidsPaignton - Exmouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BasingstokeExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 9m
£29–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Heathrow Central Bus Station404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Malls806
7h 5m
£44–77
Drive 145.8 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Basingstoke145.8 mi
2h 35m
£37–53

Paignton to Basingstoke by train

147Weekly Trains

3h 25mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.3 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £60–130 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to The Malls via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 5m.

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