The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 4 trains that leave Basingstoke for Southampton Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 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.
22:500h24Basingstoke23:14Southampton Airport Parkway£271One-way0 changes
23:190h24Basingstoke23:43Southampton Airport Parkway£271One-way0 changes
23:520h33Basingstoke0:25Southampton Airport Parkway£271One-way0 changes
23:110h23Basingstoke23:34Southampton Airport Parkway£311One-way0 changes
23:110h23Basingstoke23:34Southampton Airport Parkway£311One-way0 changes
22:500h24Basingstoke23:14Southampton Airport Parkway£271One-way0 changes
23:190h24Basingstoke23:43Southampton Airport Parkway£271One-way0 changes
23:520h33Basingstoke0:25Southampton Airport Parkway£271One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport
Trains from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 23m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, South Western Railway from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, South Western Railway trains will get you between Basingstoke and Southampton Airport from £27. 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 to Southampton Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Southampton 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 Southampton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Southampton Airport
Most Basingstoke to Southampton Airport trains use the Basingstoke to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and Southampton Airport 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.
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