The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 7 trains that leave Basingstoke station (BSK) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
19:072h14Basingstoke station (BSK)21:21Birmingham New Street (BHM)£181One-way0 changes
10:482h03Basingstoke station (BSK)12:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes
6:512h00Basingstoke station (BSK)8:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£201One-way0 changes
15:482h03Basingstoke station (BSK)17:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£221One-way0 changes
5:512h00Basingstoke station (BSK)7:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£291One-way0 changes
6:512h00Basingstoke station (BSK)8:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£201One-way0 changes
5:512h00Basingstoke station (BSK)7:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£291One-way0 changes
4:492h02Basingstoke station (BSK)6:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£431One-way0 changes
10:482h03Basingstoke station (BSK)12:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes
15:482h03Basingstoke station (BSK)17:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 146 km
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2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G00924 | On time 20:49 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 1h54 | 22:43 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 4:49 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 2h02 | 6:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:51 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 2h00 | 7:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:51 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 2h00 | 8:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:48 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 2h03 | 12:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:48 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 2h03 | 17:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 19:49 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Basingstoke station (BSK) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke station (BSK) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Basingstoke station (BSK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Basingstoke to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke station (BSK) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.

