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Basing House
Open-air historic site with museum displays, Tudor ruins, and Civil War stories. A strong choice for understanding the area's dramatic past.
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cosham to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cosham to Basingstoke will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cosham for Basingstoke 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 46 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.




The table below shows live departures for Cosham to Basingstoke trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:13 Cosham | 0h58 | 15:11 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cosham to Basingstoke run on average 5 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 58m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 2:24 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Discover the best of Basingstoke — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Basingstoke trip today.
Open-air historic site with museum displays, Tudor ruins, and Civil War stories. A strong choice for understanding the area's dramatic past.
National Trust house with collections, furnished interiors, and garden history. Visit for art, architecture, and a fuller picture of country-house life.
Local museum telling the story of Basingstoke and Deane through archaeology, art, and changing displays in the historic Market Place.
Large country park with woodland walks, a lake, viewpoints, and family trails. Popular for fresh air and easy outdoor time near the town centre.
Landscaped park with boating lake, footpaths, play areas, and open lawns. Good for relaxed walks close to central Basingstoke.
Restored canal route with towpath walks, wildlife, and waterside views. A favourite local area for gentle walking and quieter scenery.
A Hampshire pub classic: sausages served with mashed potato and onion gravy. It is a staple in local pubs across Basingstoke and the wider county.
Traditional suet pastry stuffed with steak and kidney. This hearty southern English dish is long associated with pub dining in Hampshire.
A cold meat pie made with seasoned pork in hot-water crust pastry. It is a classic lunch and picnic food in Hampshire and across southern England.
Smart modern Indian restaurant known for polished service, curries and grills in a contemporary setting near the town centre.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a lively, relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional pub venue for cask ales and classic British plates, especially roast dinners, in a historic and characterful setting.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Basingstoke station -> Festival Place Bus Station, Basingstoke
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cosham 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.

Most Cosham to Basingstoke trains use the Cosham to Basingstoke station pair. Use this guide to compare Cosham and Basingstoke train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cosham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Cosham.
Wi-Fi is available at Cosham.
Ticket office support is available at Cosham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cosham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cosham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cosham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth / Havant) from the station forecourt (via side entrance). Step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Fareham / Southampton) is via short ramp (1:11, 13m long) from street. Access between platforms is via level crossing (typically 100m). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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