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Compare train and coach for Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Waterloo East (WAE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 73 km
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£35 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Waterloo East (WAE) by train or coach
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Why should you book Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Waterloo East (WAE).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Waterloo East (WAE).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Trains from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Waterloo East (WAE) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:29, the last at 09:05. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 49m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 7:29 |
Last train 9:05 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trainsSouth Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Basingstoke station (BSK) and London Waterloo East (WAE) from £12. 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 Waterloo East (WAE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 Waterloo East (WAE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke station (BSK) and London Waterloo East (WAE)
Most Basingstoke station (BSK) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trains use the Basingstoke to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke station (BSK) and London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 London Waterloo East from London city centre
London Waterloo East is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo East train station facilities and services
London Waterloo East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo East.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo East: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to Waterloo East is only through use of lift at Waterloo Main. Ramps access to the platforms is steep. There is no ticket office. Full ticket office facilities available in Waterloo Main station. There is an entrance from Southwark underground station but this involves either steps or an escalator. There is also a step only access available from the Sandall Street entrance onto the overbridge connection between Waterloo East and Waterloo main stations. Taxis and direct road access only available from Waterloo main station which is connected via ramps and an overbridge to Waterloo East station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible Black Cabs are available from the taxi rank adjacent to the Cab Road exit from Waterloo Main station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On overbridge from Waterloo Main station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
