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Compare train and coach for Chester to Basingstoke
The cheapest option from Chester to Basingstoke is coach, with an average price of £43. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Chester to Basingstoke among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 247 km
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3h 33m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Basingstoke
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Typically, there are 9 trains per day from Chester to Basingstoke, including direct trains, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £223 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Lowest ticket price £223 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 20:53 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Chester to Basingstoke trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Basingstoke from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chester to Basingstoke train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester and Basingstoke
Most Chester to Basingstoke trains use the Chester to Basingstoke station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Basingstoke train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Basingstoke leave from?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, 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.
Which Basingstoke station do trains from Chester arrive at?
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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