Bournemouth to Basingstoke bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Basingstoke

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£11

Fastest journey

1 h 15 m

Average duration

1 h 45 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

82 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Basingstoke will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Bournemouth for Basingstoke every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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.

National Express
16:201h15
Bournemouth
17:35Basingstoke
£101One-way
0 changes
National Express
12:401h15
Bournemouth
13:55Basingstoke
£101One-way
0 changes
National Express
05:002h45
Bournemouth
07:45Basingstoke
£151One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Basingstoke

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. 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 coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 82 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£17

Average Price

2h 27m

Average total duration

1h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Most popular train company

Direct Options

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Live departures

Bournemouth to Basingstoke bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Basingstoke coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:37
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express12:40 Bournemouth
1h15
13:55 Basingstoke0 changesdirect
national_express14:00 Bournemouth
2h40
16:40 Basingstoke0 changesdirect
national_express16:20 Bournemouth
1h15
17:35 Basingstoke0 changesdirect
south_west_trains19:10 Bournemouth
1h25
20:35 Basingstoke0 changesdirect
Sunday 21 December
national_express05:00 Bournemouth
2h45
07:45 Basingstoke0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Basingstoke

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Buses from Bournemouth to Basingstoke run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £9 by train.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 82 km distance in 1h 10m.

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
Train from £9
Distance
82 km
Average bus duration
1h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
1h 10m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:55
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
Train from £9

Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to BasingstokeYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Basingstoke with National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
£10
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bournemouth to Basingstoke coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth to Basingstoke can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Basingstoke is £15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bournemouth to Basingstoke coach travel time is 1 h 23 min   for the 50 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bournemouth to Basingstoke leaves at 03: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bournemouth to Basingstoke leaves at 15: 00.
There are 4 coaches a day from Bournemouth to Basingstoke which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Bournemouth to Basingstoke coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Bournemouth to Basingstoke to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to Basingstoke from Bournemouth is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 23 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Bournemouth to Basingstoke by coach is December.
You have options as you can travel to Basingstoke from Bournemouth 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Bournemouth to Basingstoke has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to Basingstoke.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bournemouth to Basingstoke.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bournemouth to Basingstoke.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bournemouth to Basingstoke needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bournemouth to Basingstoke.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth to Basingstoke.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth to Basingstoke.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bournemouth to Basingstoke.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Basingstoke

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    The major coach station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth, Coach Station for your trip from Bournemouth to Basingstoke.
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