The cheapest and fastest buses from Basingstoke to London
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Basingstoke to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to London will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 5 buses that leave Basingstoke for London on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basingstoke to London
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 72 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price |
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basingstoke to London bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:50 AM Basingstoke | 1h30 | 6:20 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 AM Basingstoke | 1h45 | 10:50 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Basingstoke | 1h55 | 2:40 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Basingstoke | 2h00 | 6:50 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 PM Basingstoke | 1h25 | 9:50 PM London | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basingstoke to London
Distance 72 km |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Basingstoke to LondonYou can travel by bus between Basingstoke to London with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Basingstoke to London

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Basingstoke to London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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