The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury to Basingstoke
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salisbury to Basingstoke will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salisbury for Basingstoke every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 34 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.
9:210h34Salisbury9:55Basingstoke£241One-way0 changes
9:210h34Salisbury9:55Basingstoke£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Salisbury to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 38m. 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 coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£24 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salisbury to Basingstoke train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury to Basingstoke trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:15 Salisbury | 0h42 | 8:57 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:46 Salisbury | 0h42 | 9:28 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:21 Salisbury | 0h35 | 9:56 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:47 Salisbury | 0h41 | 10:28 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:21 Salisbury | 0h34 | 10:55 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:47 Salisbury | 0h41 | 11:28 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:21 Salisbury | 0h34 | 11:55 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:47 Salisbury | 0h41 | 12:28 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:21 Salisbury | 0h34 | 12:55 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:47 Salisbury | 0h41 | 13:28 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury to Basingstoke
Trains from Salisbury to Basingstoke run on average 6 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 34m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 0:29 |
Last train 23:38 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Salisbury to Basingstoke trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Salisbury and Basingstoke from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Salisbury to Basingstoke train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salisbury and Basingstoke
Most Salisbury to Basingstoke trains use the Salisbury to Basingstoke station pair. Use this guide to compare Salisbury and Basingstoke train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salisbury station do trains to Basingstoke leave from?
Getting to Salisbury from Salisbury city centre
Salisbury train station facilities and services
Salisbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salisbury.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Salisbury. ATMs are available at Salisbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salisbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salisbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salisbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salisbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to all platforms. Access to platforms 5 (for trains to Cardiff and the West of England) and 6 (for some services to Basingstoke and London Waterloo) are via level access. Access to all other platforms is via a subway with steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers who have difficulty using the ramps. Please speak to our assisted travel team or a member of station staff. 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: Yes.
Which Basingstoke station do trains from Salisbury 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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