The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Basingstoke
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Basingstoke will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bristol for Basingstoke on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 107 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
2:42 PM2h13Bristol4:55 PMBasingstoke€291One-way0 transfers
8:21 AM2h07Bristol10:28 AMBasingstoke€461One-way0 transfers
8:21 AM2h07Bristol10:28 AMBasingstoke€461One-way0 transfers
2:42 PM2h13Bristol4:55 PMBasingstoke€291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 107 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€42 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol to Basingstoke train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Basingstoke trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:21 AM Bristol | 2h07 | 10:28 AM Basingstoke | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Basingstoke by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Basingstoke
Trains from Bristol to Basingstoke run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 107 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 107 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Basingstoke trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Basingstoke from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Basingstoke
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Basingstoke
Most Bristol to Basingstoke trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Basingstoke station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Basingstoke train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Lawrence Hill from Bristol city centre
Lawrence Hill is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Lawrence Hill train station facilities and services
Lawrence Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lawrence Hill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lawrence Hill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lawrence Hill: Bike Parking.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Basingstoke station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Basingstoke from Basingstoke city centre
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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