The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to Oxford
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Oxford will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basingstoke for Oxford on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 49 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.




Live departures
Basingstoke to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Oxford trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:48 AM Basingstoke | 0h49 | 8:37 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:49 AM Basingstoke | 0h48 | 9:37 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:51 AM Basingstoke | 0h47 | 6:38 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Oxford
Trains from Basingstoke to Oxford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:23 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Basingstoke to Oxford trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Basingstoke and Oxford from $18 (€14). 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 Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basingstoke to Oxford
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- 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 via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
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