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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Bournemouth will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basingstoke for Bournemouth on Sun, Dec 21, 2 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 trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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 Basingstoke to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Bournemouth 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 10m. 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 €12.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€18 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basingstoke to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Bournemouth trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 4:10 AM Basingstoke | 1h56 | 6:06 AM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:23 AM Basingstoke | 1h24 | 6:47 AM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:16 AM Basingstoke | 1h13 | 8:29 AM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:48 PM Basingstoke | 1h12 | 7:00 PM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Bournemouth
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Trains from Basingstoke to Bournemouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Basingstoke to Bournemouth trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Basingstoke and Bournemouth from $13 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basingstoke to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Basingstoke to Bournemouth
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- 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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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient 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 on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
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