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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to York
Cheapest price
£99
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to York will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £99.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basingstoke for York every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 300 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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 to York
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 300 km
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£98 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basingstoke to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to York trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 L48015+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+Y23197+ C23206 | On time 08:15 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 4h01 | 12:16 York station (YRK) | 3 changes | |
| L46942+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+Y23428 | On time 08:35 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 3h56 | 12:31 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
C23380+ P08476+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Y23428 | On time 08:48 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 3h43 | 12:31 York station (YRK) | 3 changes | |
| L47472+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+Y23431 | On time 08:59 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 3h53 | 12:52 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| L48020 · L49494+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross+Y23431 | On time 09:16 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 3h36 | 12:52 York station (YRK) | 3 changes | |
L46946+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+ P06291 | On time 09:36 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 3h43 | 13:19 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
| 06:45 Basingstoke | 3h47 | 10:32 York | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to York
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Trains from Basingstoke to York run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 300 km distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 300 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 20:02 |
Train companies: LNER, Cross Country, first_great_western from Basingstoke to York trainsLNER, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Basingstoke and York from £26. 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 York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and York
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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
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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