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Compare train and coach for Swansea to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 202 km
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Live departures
Swansea to Basingstoke train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Basingstoke trains for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:09
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 12:20 Swansea | 3h14 | 15:34 Basingstoke | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Basingstoke
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Trains from Swansea to Basingstoke run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 3h 14m.
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 £20
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 03:46 |
Last train 22:38 |
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 £20
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Swansea to Basingstoke trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Basingstoke from £20. 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
3h 14m
Cheapest Price
£60
Great Western Rail frequency
5 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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
£155
first_great_western frequency
18 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 7m
Cheapest Price
£140
Transport for Wales frequency
6 a day
FAQs: Swansea to Basingstoke train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.
Booking trains from Swansea to Basingstoke in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
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.
The train journey from Swansea to Basingstoke offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the Welsh countryside, passing through areas like the Brecon Beacons and the Severn Estuary, before transitioning to the more suburban landscapes as the train approaches Basingstoke.
The train journey from Swansea to Basingstoke covers a distance of 202 km and takes approximately 3h 14m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Basingstoke can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £60, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Basingstoke is by coach, costing approximately £20.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Basingstoke is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Basingstoke station (BSK).
The train distance from Swansea to Basingstoke is 202 km.
The first train from Swansea to Basingstoke leaves at 3:46.
The last train from Swansea to Basingstoke departs at 22:38.
Trains from Swansea to Basingstoke run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Basingstoke.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Basingstoke.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Basingstoke.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Basingstoke.
To get from Swansea to Basingstoke, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Swansea to Basingstoke is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 14m each way. There are 5 train services available per day.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Basingstoke
Swansea
Basingstoke
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Basingstoke.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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 Swansea.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost 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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