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Headstone Manor & Museum
Small local museum in Headstone Manor telling Harrow’s story through historic buildings, exhibitions and family-friendly displays.
Trains from Basingstoke to Harrow run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 58m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 22:09 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Small local museum in Headstone Manor telling Harrow’s story through historic buildings, exhibitions and family-friendly displays.
Historic school museum with memorabilia, archives and displays about Harrow School, its pupils and traditions on the hill.
Artist studios and gallery space in nearby Pinner presenting contemporary exhibitions, open studios and community arts events.
The borough’s best-known historic quarter, with old school buildings, winding lanes, fine views and a distinctive village atmosphere.
Historic high street area with timber-fronted buildings, independent shops and a traditional village feel popular for gentle walks.
Large public park with lakes, woodland paths, open lawns and traces of an eighteenth-century estate, ideal for a longer stroll.
A full English breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, mushrooms and toast. A classic everyday British meal widely eaten in Harrow cafés.
Freshly battered cod or haddock with chips. This iconic British takeaway and pub staple is a familiar local comfort food across Greater London.
Roast beef with roast potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. A traditional Sunday meal still central to British dining culture.
Stylish restaurant specialising in Persian cooking, especially grilled meats and rice dishes, with a smart but welcoming feel.
Popular local Indian restaurant known for classic curries and grilled dishes in a relaxed, dependable setting.
Established South Indian vegetarian spot serving dosas, idli and thali in a casual atmosphere popular with local families.
Moderate for Greater London. Accommodation and dining cost more than many UK towns, but fares are manageable with Oyster or contactless.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Harrow & Wealdstone -> London Euston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Harrow 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 Harrow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basingstoke to Harrow trains use the Basingstoke to Harrow-on-the-Hill station pair, with some services arriving at Harrow & Wealdstone. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and Harrow 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.
Harrow-on-the-Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill.
Wi-Fi is available at Harrow-on-the-Hill. ATMs are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Parking, WC.
Available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station is now step-free to all platforms. Step-free access is via the College Road / Bus Station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Harrow & Wealdstone is 1 km from Harrow city centre. Public transport options include:
Harrow & Wealdstone has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Harrow & Wealdstone.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Parking, WC.
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms. There is level access from the Sandridge Close entrance to platform 1 and ramped access from the Wealdstone entrance to platform 6. Lifts are available to all other platforms, accessible from both entrances, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Daily and Weekly Travelcards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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