The cheapest and fastest buses from Bournemouth to Basingstoke
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bournemouth to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Basingstoke will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bournemouth for Basingstoke on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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 and bus for Bournemouth to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Basingstoke bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Basingstoke buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:40 PM Bournemouth | 1h15 | 1:55 PM Basingstoke | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Bournemouth | 2h40 | 4:40 PM Basingstoke | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Bournemouth | 1h15 | 5:35 PM Basingstoke | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Bournemouth | 1h25 | 8:35 PM Basingstoke | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 5:00 AM Bournemouth | 2h45 | 7:45 AM Basingstoke | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bournemouth to Basingstoke by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Basingstoke
Buses from Bournemouth to Basingstoke run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to BasingstokeYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Basingstoke with National Express for as low as $13 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bournemouth to Basingstoke
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Basingstoke by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basingstoke, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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