- Must visit
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Historic villa museum filled with art, collectibles and period rooms overlooking the sea. One of the area's standout cultural visits.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Branksome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Branksome will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 30 trains from Basingstoke to Branksome, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.

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Trains from Basingstoke to Branksome run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 22:27 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Basingstoke to Branksome.
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Branksome trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:27 Basingstoke | 1h16 | 17:43 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:27 Basingstoke | 1h16 | 18:43 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:27 Basingstoke | 1h16 | 19:43 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:27 Basingstoke | 1h16 | 20:43 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:27 Basingstoke | 1h16 | 21:43 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:27 Basingstoke | 1h16 | 22:43 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:27 Basingstoke | 1h16 | 23:43 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:57 Basingstoke | 1h30 | 0:27 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:57 Basingstoke | 1h28 | 1:25 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 1:01 Basingstoke | 6h15 | 7:16 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:21 Basingstoke | 1h29 | 7:50 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:18 Basingstoke | 1h34 | 8:52 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:50 Basingstoke | 1h26 | 9:16 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:19 Basingstoke | 1h17 | 9:36 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:49 Basingstoke | 1h25 | 10:14 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:11 Basingstoke | 1h18 | 10:29 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:49 Basingstoke | 1h25 | 11:14 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:11 Basingstoke | 1h18 | 11:29 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:49 Basingstoke | 1h25 | 12:14 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:11 Basingstoke | 1h18 | 12:29 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:49 Basingstoke | 1h25 | 13:14 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:12 Basingstoke | 1h18 | 13:30 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:48 Basingstoke | 1h26 | 14:14 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:11 Basingstoke | 1h18 | 14:29 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:48 Basingstoke | 1h26 | 15:14 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:11 Basingstoke | 1h18 | 15:29 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:49 Basingstoke | 1h25 | 16:14 Branksome | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:11 Basingstoke | 1h18 | 16:29 Branksome | 1 change | |
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Historic villa museum filled with art, collectibles and period rooms overlooking the sea. One of the area's standout cultural visits.
Main local museum with archaeology, social history and changing exhibitions. A practical introduction to Poole and the surrounding area.
Compact aviation museum at Bournemouth Airport with aircraft, cockpits and local aviation stories. Especially good for families and enthusiasts.
Long sandy beach with a pier, promenade and sea views. Ideal for walks, swimming and a classic Dorset coast experience near Branksome.
Victorian pleasure gardens running through central Bournemouth. Great for level walks, aviary, plantings and access between beach and town.
Leafy Chine path descending through woodland to the sea. Popular for scenic walks, a stream and easy access to Alum Chine beach.
Dorset apple cake is a traditional county bake made with local apples and warming spice, long associated with farmhouse cooking in Dorset.
Blue Vinny is a historic Dorset blue cheese with a crumbly texture and strong flavour, traditionally made from skimmed milk in the county.
Dorset knob biscuits are hard, twice-baked bread rolls eaten with cheese, especially Blue Vinny, and are a classic local savoury snack.
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant with charcoal grills, mezze and generous portions in an informal setting.
Popular Italian restaurant in Penn Hill serving pasta, pizza and grills in a lively, smart-casual setting.
Stylish seafood-focused restaurant near Penn Hill, known for fresh fish, shellfish and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local buses are usually manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and cafés usually only need small change or no tip.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Branksome 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 Branksome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basingstoke to Branksome trains use the Basingstoke to Branksome station pair. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and Branksome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Basingstoke.
Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke. ATMs are available at Basingstoke.
Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basingstoke: Parking, WC.
Available at Basingstoke: Bike Parking.
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.
Branksome has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Branksome.
Wi-Fi is available at Branksome.
Ticket office support is available at Branksome.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Branksome: Parking.
Available at Branksome: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Branksome: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category C station. Steps to both platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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