How to travel from Manchester to Basingstoke

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester to Basingstoke

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, while a flight costs an average of €138.

Distance: 160 miles (259 km)

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Driving

€57

Average price

€34

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Cheapest

€138

Average price

€73

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 5m

Average total duration

3h 35m

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30m

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7h 25m

Average total duration

6h 55m

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3h 0m

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1h 0m

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3h 56m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.3 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.5kg

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National Express

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British Airways

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Basingstoke is a bus with an average price of €34.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Basingstoke:

A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Basingstoke costing on average €57.

A bus is €103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Basingstoke costing on average €138.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Basingstoke is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Basingstoke take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 5m.

Bus takes on average 7h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester and Basingstoke including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester to Basingstoke among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 21m faster (3h 35m by train vs 3h 56m by car) and roughly €16 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€57 vs €73). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Manchester to Basingstoke

How to get from Manchester to Basingstoke by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Manchester to Basingstoke is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    4:10 PM6h45
    Manchester
    10:55 PMBasingstoke
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National Express
    4:10 PM6h45
    Manchester
    10:55 PMBasingstoke
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    4:10 PM6h45
    Manchester
    10:55 PMBasingstoke
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National Express
    12:45 PM7h45
    Manchester
    8:30 PMBasingstoke
    281One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    6:35 AM7h25
    Manchester
    2:00 PMBasingstoke
    361One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    4:45 PM7h10
    Manchester
    11:55 PMBasingstoke
    371One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Manchester to Basingstoke

Travel to Basingstoke easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Basingstoke.

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There are 3 options to travel between Manchester and Basingstoke including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Basingstoke is a bus with an average price of €39.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Basingstoke:

A bus is €89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Basingstoke costing on average €128.

A bus is €99 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Basingstoke costing on average €138.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Basingstoke is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Basingstoke take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 59m.

Bus takes on average 7h 23m.

The distance from Manchester to Basingstoke is approximately 160 miles (259 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Basingstoke is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Basingstoke as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Basingstoke:
  • Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Coach Station and arrive in Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z).
  • Trains mostly depart from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and arrive in Basingstoke station (BSK).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Basingstoke, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Basingstoke by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country to go to Basingstoke by train.
  • Travel with British Airways to go to Basingstoke by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Manchester to Basingstoke with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
  • 7 direct flights per day with British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Basingstoke often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Waterloo (WAT), Reading, Winchester, Southampton. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Basingstoke and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Basingstoke to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a comprehensive experience in Basingstoke, plan to spend about 2 to 3 days to explore its historical sites, shopping centers, and local parks.
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