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 44m.

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 44m 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 52m.

How far is it from Swansea to Basingstoke?

The distance between Swansea and Basingstoke is 171 miles. The road distance is 148.2 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 52m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m 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 44m to drive from Swansea to Basingstoke.

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

Book your Swansea to Basingstoke train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

There are 536+ hotels available in Basingstoke.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 52m
£42–125
Drive 147.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Basingstokecar 147.3 mi
2h 44m
£36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Basingstoketrain
5h 29m
£60–79

Swansea to Basingstoke by train

140Weekly Trains

2h 52mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swansea to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £35–120 and the journey takes 2h 23m.

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