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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to Sheerness
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
130 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Sheerness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Sheerness will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Fast trains
To travel from Basingstoke to Sheerness you need to make at least 3 changes.
04:553h17
Basingstoke08:12Sheerness-on-sea
£901One-way
3 changes
05:542h47
Basingstoke08:41Sheerness-on-sea
£901One-way
3 changes
06:362h34
Basingstoke09:10Sheerness-on-sea
£901One-way
3 changes
08:592h43
Basingstoke11:42Sheerness-on-sea
£901One-way
3 changes
09:572h45
Basingstoke12:42Sheerness-on-sea
£901One-way
3 changes
06:362h34
Basingstoke09:10Sheerness-on-sea
£901One-way
3 changes
13:302h41
Basingstoke16:11Sheerness-on-sea
£921One-way
4 changes
14:292h42
Basingstoke17:11Sheerness-on-sea
£921One-way
4 changes
07:592h43
Basingstoke10:42Sheerness-on-sea
£991One-way
4 changes
08:592h43
Basingstoke11:42Sheerness-on-sea
£901One-way
3 changes
Live departures
Basingstoke to Sheerness train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:55 Basingstoke | 3h17 | 08:12 Sheerness-on-sea | 3 changes | |
| 05:54 Basingstoke | 2h47 | 08:41 Sheerness-on-sea | 3 changes | |
| 06:36 Basingstoke | 2h34 | 09:10 Sheerness-on-sea | 3 changes | |
| 06:51 Basingstoke | 2h51 | 09:42 Sheerness-on-sea | 4 changes | |
| 07:59 Basingstoke | 2h43 | 10:42 Sheerness-on-sea | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Sheerness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Basingstoke to Sheerness run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £91 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 130 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £91 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 05:41 |
Last train 21:47 |
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: Southeastern, South Western Railway from Basingstoke to Sheerness trainsSoutheastern, South Western Railway trains will get you between Basingstoke and Sheerness from £91. 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 30m
Cheapest Price
£90
South Western Railway frequency
1 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
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Price
£73
Southeastern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Basingstoke to Sheerness train
FAQs: Travel by train from Basingstoke to Sheerness 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 Sheerness.
The train distance from Basingstoke to Sheerness is 130 km.
The train journey from Basingstoke to Sheerness covers a distance of 130 km and takes approximately 2h 30m. Trains run 3 per day.
Booking trains from Basingstoke to Sheerness in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Basingstoke to Sheerness leaves at 5:41.
The cost of a train ticket from Basingstoke to Sheerness can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £91, while the average price tends to be around £92.
The last train from Basingstoke to Sheerness departs at 21:47.
The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Sheerness is by train, costing approximately £91.
Trains from Basingstoke to Sheerness run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Basingstoke to Sheerness.
There is no night train service from Basingstoke to Sheerness.
The train station in Basingstoke that goes to Sheerness is Basingstoke station (BSK), and it arrives at Sheerness-on-Sea (SSS).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Basingstoke to Sheerness.
Yes, you can take the train from Basingstoke to Sheerness.
To travel from Basingstoke to Sheerness, you can take a train.
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Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Sheerness
Basingstoke
Sheerness
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 Sheerness.
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 Sheerness is Sheerness-on-Sea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheerness-on-Sea for your journey to Sheerness from Basingstoke.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:10 Saturday 06:30 - 13:10 Sunday 07:45 - 15:45 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - This is a terminal platform with only one platform in use and step free access available via the main and side entrances.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Sheerness-on-Sea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop on Bridge Road (to the left of the station forecourt)
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