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Basing House
Open-air historic site with museum displays, Tudor ruins, and Civil War stories. A strong choice for understanding the area's dramatic past.
Cheapest price on 02 Oct
£14
Average ticket price on 02 Oct
£18
Fastest journey on 02 Oct
5 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 02 Oct
5 h 50 m
Buses on 02 Oct
2
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Basingstoke will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
On Fri 02 Oct, we found 2 buses from Nottingham to Basingstoke, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 188 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 5 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.




The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Basingstoke coaches for today, Thursday 1 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:15 Nottingham | 5h10 | 23:25 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 2 October | |||||
![]() | 5:20 Nottingham | 5h35 | 10:55 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Nottingham to Basingstoke run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:16, the last at 21:25. The fastest coach covers the 188 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 188 km |
Average bus duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 0:16 |
Last bus 21:25 |
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Discover the best of Basingstoke — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Basingstoke trip today.
Open-air historic site with museum displays, Tudor ruins, and Civil War stories. A strong choice for understanding the area's dramatic past.
National Trust house with collections, furnished interiors, and garden history. Visit for art, architecture, and a fuller picture of country-house life.
Local museum telling the story of Basingstoke and Deane through archaeology, art, and changing displays in the historic Market Place.
Large country park with woodland walks, a lake, viewpoints, and family trails. Popular for fresh air and easy outdoor time near the town centre.
Landscaped park with boating lake, footpaths, play areas, and open lawns. Good for relaxed walks close to central Basingstoke.
Restored canal route with towpath walks, wildlife, and waterside views. A favourite local area for gentle walking and quieter scenery.
A Hampshire pub classic: sausages served with mashed potato and onion gravy. It is a staple in local pubs across Basingstoke and the wider county.
Traditional suet pastry stuffed with steak and kidney. This hearty southern English dish is long associated with pub dining in Hampshire.
A cold meat pie made with seasoned pork in hot-water crust pastry. It is a classic lunch and picnic food in Hampshire and across southern England.
Smart modern Indian restaurant known for polished service, curries and grills in a contemporary setting near the town centre.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a lively, relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional pub venue for cask ales and classic British plates, especially roast dinners, in a historic and characterful setting.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) -> Basingstoke Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Basingstoke by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basingstoke, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nottingham to Basingstoke buses use the Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station to Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Basingstoke bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court available in the shopping centre.
Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z). ATMs are aTMs available in the shopping centre.
Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z).
Available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z): Bus stop is wheelchair accessible.
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