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The Lightbox
The Lightbox is Woking's leading museum and gallery, with local history displays, changing art exhibitions, and a strong programme for families and culture lovers.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Woking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Woking will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 31 trains that leave Basingstoke for Woking on Tue, Aug 04, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 19 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.
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L78756Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Woking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basingstoke to Woking:
A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basingstoke to Woking costing on average $22.
Other travel options to Woking take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 4m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (23m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around $22 compared to roughly $11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Woking trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:54 AM Basingstoke | 0h35 | 9:29 AM Woking | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:57 PM Basingstoke | 0h19 | 5:16 PM Woking | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Basingstoke to Woking run on average 9 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 but you can travel from only $18 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Moderate for the South East of England. Hotels and rail travel can be pricey, but casual dining and everyday costs are similar to other commuter towns near London.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Woking Railway Station -> Woking Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Woking 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 Woking, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basingstoke to Woking trains use the Basingstoke to Woking station pair. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and Woking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Basingstoke.
Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke. ATMs are available at Basingstoke.
Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basingstoke: Parking, WC.
Available at Basingstoke: Bike Parking.
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.
Woking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Woking.
Wi-Fi is available at Woking. ATMs are available at Woking.
Ticket office support is available at Woking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Woking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woking: 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, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available outside both station entrances. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance, 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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