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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Basingstoke
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£141
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Basingstoke will cost around £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow for Basingstoke every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 553 km distance in an average of 6 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 59 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 coach, train and flight for Glasgow to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 553 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£147 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 37m Average total duration 11h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Basingstoke train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Basingstoke trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 Glasgow | 7h09 | 14:09 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 08:15 Glasgow | 7h20 | 15:35 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:30 Glasgow | 6h15 | 17:45 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:40 Glasgow | 6h05 | 17:45 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| 03:26 Glasgow | 6h40 | 10:06 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:48 Glasgow | 6h59 | 11:47 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Basingstoke
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Trains from Glasgow to Basingstoke run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 553 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 553 km |
Average train duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 5m |
First train 03:55 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Basingstoke trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Basingstoke from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Basingstoke train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow and Basingstoke
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Parking
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Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse.
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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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