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Historic house museum with elegant interiors, fine paintings and riverside grounds. A rewarding cultural visit within easy reach.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to West Drayton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to West Drayton will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Basingstoke to West Drayton, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to West Drayton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 51 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-24.05. The journey takes 1h 0m versus 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Basingstoke to West Drayton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 54m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 22:39 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of West Drayton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect West Drayton trip today.
Historic house museum with elegant interiors, fine paintings and riverside grounds. A rewarding cultural visit within easy reach.
Aviation museum at Heathrow with a preserved control tower, aircraft displays and local stories from the airport's past.
Small military museum at Battle of Britain Bunker with displays on RAF operations and the wider air defence story.
Large formal park by the Thames with broad avenues, gardens, deer and long riverside walks. Ideal for a scenic day out.
Extensive country park with lakes, woodland trails and open meadows. Popular for walking, birdwatching and fresh air near town.
Waterside route through West Drayton and nearby villages, with locks, boats and easy walking along the Grand Union Canal.
A classic English breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple morning meal across Greater London and the Home Counties.
Roast beef with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. A traditional Sunday meal widely eaten in West London pubs and homes.
Battered cod with chips, often served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. This is one of Britain’s best-known everyday meals and a local takeaway favourite.
Modern Indian restaurant known for curries, grills and a smart but relaxed setting. A dependable local choice for dine-in meals near the centre.
Contemporary pub by the canal serving British mains, burgers and Sunday roasts in a relaxed waterside atmosphere.
Established local pub with classic British comfort food and drinks. Good for casual meals in a traditional setting.
Moderate for Greater London. Hotels near Heathrow raise costs, but local dining and rail links are cheaper than central London.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafés: no obligation, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to West Drayton 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 West Drayton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basingstoke to West Drayton trains use the Basingstoke to West Drayton station pair. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and West Drayton 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.
West Drayton is 1 km from West Drayton city centre. Public transport options include:
West Drayton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at West Drayton.
Ticket office support is available at West Drayton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Drayton: Parking, WC.
Available at West Drayton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Drayton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step free access to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. There is no step free access to platform 1. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located in the ticket hall on Station Approach, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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