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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to Basingstoke
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Basingstoke will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Portsmouth 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 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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 train for Portsmouth to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £24.
Distance: 52 km
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Live departures
Portsmouth to Basingstoke train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Basingstoke trains for tomorrow, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:42 Portsmouth | 2h03 | 07:45 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:22 Portsmouth | 1h20 | 08:42 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Basingstoke
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Portsmouth to Basingstoke run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:43 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, first_great_western from Portsmouth to Basingstoke trainsSouth Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Portsmouth and Basingstoke from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Basingstoke train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth and Basingstoke
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:40 Saturday 05:55 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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 in the Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Goldsmith Avenue (for buses in both directions). Goldsmith Avenue is located on the opposite side of the footbridge from the main entrance/taxi rank/Railway club.
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Portsmouth: Norway Road bus stop by Vauxhall Garage To Cosham / Havant: Norway Road bus stop opposite Vauxhall Garage
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ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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. 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
- 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 in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; 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: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
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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