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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Basingstoke
Cheapest price
£134
Average price
£134
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Basingstoke will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £134.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle for Basingstoke every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 422 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 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, coach and flight for Carlisle to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 422 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£132 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £94 Average Price |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlisle to Basingstoke train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Basingstoke trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:11 Carlisle | 5h56 | 22:07 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 19 November | |||||
| 08:48 Carlisle | 5h00 | 13:48 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Basingstoke
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Trains from Carlisle to Basingstoke run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 16:49. The fastest train covers the 422 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 422 km |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 01:45 |
Last train 16:49 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Carlisle to Basingstoke trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Carlisle and Basingstoke from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Basingstoke train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Basingstoke
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- 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
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