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Basingstoke to Harpenden train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:31
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 04:55 Basingstoke | 2h26 | 07:21 Harpenden | 2 changes | |
| 05:40 Basingstoke | 1h52 | 07:32 Harpenden | 2 changes | |
 | 05:49 Basingstoke | 1h43 | 07:32 Harpenden | 3 changes | |
| 05:54 Basingstoke | 1h57 | 07:51 Harpenden | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Harpenden
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Trains from Basingstoke to Harpenden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 01:48 |
Last train 20:12 |
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
Train companies: South Western Railway, Cross Country, first_great_western from Basingstoke to Harpenden trainsSouth Western Railway, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Basingstoke and Harpenden from £59. 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 Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Price
£59
South Western Railway frequency
4 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£96
Cross Country frequency
7 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest Price
£71
first_great_western frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Basingstoke to Harpenden train
FAQs: Travel by train from Basingstoke to Harpenden easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basingstoke to Harpenden.
The train distance from Basingstoke to Harpenden is 80 km.
Booking trains from Basingstoke to Harpenden in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Basingstoke to Harpenden can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £59, while the average price tends to be around £59.
The train journey from Basingstoke to Harpenden covers a distance of 80 km and takes approximately 2h 22m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Basingstoke to Harpenden leaves at 1:48.
The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Harpenden is by train, costing approximately £59.
The last train from Basingstoke to Harpenden departs at 20:12.
The train station in Basingstoke that goes to Harpenden is Basingstoke station (BSK), and it arrives at Harpenden station (HPD).
Trains from Basingstoke to Harpenden run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Basingstoke to Harpenden.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Basingstoke to Harpenden.
There is no night train service from Basingstoke to Harpenden.
Yes, you can take the train from Basingstoke to Harpenden.
To travel from Basingstoke to Harpenden, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Harpenden
Basingstoke
Harpenden
The major train station for departures in Basingstoke is Basingstoke. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basingstoke for your trip from Basingstoke to Harpenden.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:30 Saturday 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Premium
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all the platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platforms 2/3 and Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Basingstoke
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Alencon Link
The major train station for arrivals in Harpenden is Harpenden. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harpenden for your journey to Harpenden from Basingstoke.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:15 Saturday 06:15 - 19:15 Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shop
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the front of the station Ticket Office entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platform 1, 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and 4 and station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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