Basingstoke to London train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€39

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€39

Fastest journey on Sep 17

42 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

45 m

Trains on Sep 17

17

Distance

72 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.

Fast trains

On Thu, Sep 17, we found 17 trains from Basingstoke to London, including 15 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .

On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 47 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.

  • South Western RailwayL83244
    6:44 AM0h53
    Basingstoke station (BSK)
    7:37 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    391One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL84469
    6:23 AM1h07
    Basingstoke station (BSK)
    7:30 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    391One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL78743
    6:36 AM0h50
    Basingstoke station (BSK)
    7:26 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    391One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL83006
    6:54 AM1h03
    Basingstoke station (BSK)
    7:57 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    391One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL79318
    6:27 AM0h54
    Basingstoke station (BSK)
    7:21 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    391One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Basingstoke to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, while a train costs an average of €33.

Distance: 72 km

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Train
Bus
Driving

€33

Average price

€13

Average price

Cheapest

€51

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 43m

Average total duration

1h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

South Western Railway

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National Express

Most popular bus company

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Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Basingstoke to London is a bus with an average price of €13.

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

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basingstoke to London costing on average €33.

The fastest way to travel from Basingstoke to London is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Basingstoke and London including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Basingstoke to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to London trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayC03026 · W351016:04 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
1h05
7:09 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL844696:23 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
1h07
7:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL793186:27 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h54
7:21 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL787436:36 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h50
7:26 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL832446:44 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h53
7:37 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL793236:51 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h45
7:36 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL830066:54 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
1h03
7:57 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL788697:05 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h42
7:47 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL832457:06 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
1h01
8:07 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL799167:15 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h51
8:06 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL793307:29 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h45
8:14 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL793367:59 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h44
8:43 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL799228:15 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h53
9:08 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL804918:24 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
1h12
9:36 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL793438:29 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h47
9:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL787568:35 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h50
9:25 AM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC03039 · G148978:36 AM Basingstoke station (BSK)
0h58
9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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South Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and more offer trains services from Basingstoke to London.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Basingstoke to London

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Trains from Basingstoke to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 44m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Distance
72 km
Average train duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
44m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8

Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Basingstoke to London trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Basingstoke and London from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
44m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
€32
South Western Railway frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€10
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
€74
Cross Country frequency
5 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
9h 38m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
€66
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Basingstoke to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to London by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Basingstoke to London can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Basingstoke to London is €33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Basingstoke to London is 44m to travel the 72 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Basingstoke to London leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Basingstoke to London leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 6 direct trains a day from Basingstoke to London with South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Basingstoke to London, you can count on South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Basingstoke and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from Basingstoke is worth doing with a journey time of 44m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Basingstoke to London is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Basingstoke and London including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Basingstoke to London

Most Basingstoke to London trains use the Basingstoke to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at Clapham Junction. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Basingstoke
Arrival train stations in London

Which Basingstoke station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Basingstoke to London leave from Basingstoke. The station is 1 km from Basingstoke city centre at Basingstoke station, Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NB.
BasingstokeBasingstoke station, Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NB+44 345 600 0650WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Basingstoke from Basingstoke city centre

Bus3, 11, 16 · 5m · €2 · every ~28 min

Basingstoke train station facilities and services

Basingstoke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Basingstoke.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke. ATMs are available at Basingstoke.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Basingstoke: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Basingstoke: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Basingstoke: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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