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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at The Malls via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Basingstoke via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Watford to Basingstoke?

The distance between Watford and Basingstoke is 62 miles. The road distance is 51.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £26 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Watford to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Basingstoke bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Watford to Basingstoke train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Watford to Basingstoke is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Watford to Basingstoke bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watford to Basingstoke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Basingstoke is 52 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Watford to Basingstoke.

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

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Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

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

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

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 Watford Junction to Clapham JunctionWatford Junction - East Croydon / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to BasingstokeLondon Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
1h 31m
£26–40
Drive 51.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford to Basingstoke51.3 mi
56 min
£13–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Heathrow Terminal 3Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Woking Railway Station SouthsideRa2
3. Take the train from Woking to Basingstoke
2h 33m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford to Basingstoke51.3 mi
56 min
£100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Malls806
2h 36m
£18–28

Watford to Basingstoke by train

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 61.7 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Basingstoke via Clapham Junction in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall to The Malls via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 2h 36m.

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