What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Basingstoke?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Basingstoke?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at The Malls via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Frimley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Basingstoke via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Basingstoke?

The distance between Watford Junction and Basingstoke is 62 miles. The road distance is 53 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Basingstoke without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £30 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Basingstoke?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Watford Junction to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Basingstoke bus from?

Watford Junction to Basingstoke bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Basingstoke train from?

Watford Junction to Basingstoke train services, operated by Southern, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Basingstoke is to train which takes 2h and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Basingstoke bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Basingstoke train arrive?

Watford Junction to Basingstoke train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Basingstoke is 53 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Watford Junction to Basingstoke.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Basingstoke?

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Watford Junction to Basingstoke - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Watford Junction to Basingstoke by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain Watford Junction - East Croydon / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Poole / ...
2h
£30–43
Drive 52.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Basingstokecar 52.7 mi
54 min
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 22m
£36–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Woking Railway Station Southsidebus Ra2
3. Take the train from Woking to Basingstoketrain
2h 23m
Bus, line 730 bus, line 731 bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Frimley stationbus 730
3. Take the bus from Frimley station to The Mallsbus 731
3h 3m

Watford Junction to Basingstoke by train

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Distance: 61.6 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Basingstoke, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Basingstoke via Clapham Junction in around 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Basingstoke via Heathrow Terminal 2, Reading RailAir, and Reading in around 2h 22m.

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