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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Basingstoke via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Swansea to Basingstoke?

The distance between Swansea and Basingstoke is 171 miles. The road distance is 148.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Swansea to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Basingstoke train from?

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

Where does the Swansea to Basingstoke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Basingstoke is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Swansea to Basingstoke.

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

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Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

There are 806+ hotels available in Basingstoke.

Swansea to Basingstoke - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swansea to Basingstoke by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 57m
£44–147
Drive 147.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Basingstoke147.6 mi
2h 42m
£37–53
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisbury
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Basingstoke
4h 45m
£53–95

Swansea to Basingstoke by train

137Weekly Trains

2h 57mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Basingstoke, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swansea to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £35–140 and the journey takes 2h 26m.

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