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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basingstoke station (BSK) for London Gatwick Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 65 km
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Live departures
Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:40 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 1h30 | 06:10 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:16 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 1h22 | 09:38 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:30 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 1h19 | 09:49 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:35 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 1h14 | 15:49 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:57 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 1h24 | 17:21 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 15:57. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 65 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 15:57 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Basingstoke station (BSK) and London Gatwick Airport from £11. 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 London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:30 Saturday 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
- Car Park: Premium
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Alencon Link
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