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Compare coach and train for Didcot to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Didcot to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 40 km
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£43 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Didcot to Basingstoke
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Trains from Didcot to Basingstoke run on average 4 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 33m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:23 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Didcot to Basingstoke trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Didcot and Basingstoke from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
£15
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
£40
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Didcot to Basingstoke train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Didcot 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.
For a fulfilling visit, spending 2 to 3 days in Basingstoke allows you to explore attractions like the Milestones Museum, The Vyne, and the Basingstoke Canal while also enjoying local shops and dining.
Yes, a day trip from Didcot to Basingstoke is feasible as the journey takes 33m, covers 40 km, and there are 4 trips per day by train.
The train distance from Didcot to Basingstoke is 40 km.
The train journey from Didcot to Basingstoke offers a mix of urban and rural views, passing through the scenic countryside and small towns, providing a pleasant and varied visual experience.
The train journey from Didcot to Basingstoke covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 33m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Didcot to Basingstoke leaves at 0:05.
To get from Didcot to Basingstoke, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The last train from Didcot to Basingstoke departs at 23:23.
Booking trains from Didcot to Basingstoke in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Trains from Didcot to Basingstoke run approximately 4 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Didcot to Basingstoke can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £43.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Didcot to Basingstoke.
The cheapest way to get from Didcot to Basingstoke is by coach, costing approximately £7.
There is no night train service from Didcot to Basingstoke.
The train station in Didcot that goes to Basingstoke is Didcot Parkway (DID), and it arrives at Basingstoke station (BSK).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Didcot to Basingstoke.
Yes, you can take the train from Didcot to Basingstoke.
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Important Stations and Airports in Didcot and Basingstoke
Didcot
Basingstoke
The major train station for departures in Didcot is Didcot Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Didcot Parkway for your trip from Didcot to Basingstoke.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:00 - 19:40
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Spar supermarket
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Ladies and Gentleman's toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet is located on Platform 3. National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 3 and 5
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Didcot Parkway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt.
The major train station for arrivals in Basingstoke is Basingstoke. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basingstoke for your journey to Basingstoke from Didcot.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:30 Saturday 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Premium
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Basingstoke
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Alencon Link
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