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Compare train and bus for Bath to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Basingstoke:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Basingstoke costing on average $48 (€39).
Other travel options to Basingstoke take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 55m.
Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $25 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-22.12 (€-18.12). The journey takes 1h 33m versus 1h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bath to Basingstoke.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bath to Basingstoke.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Basingstoke
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bath to Basingstoke run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to Basingstoke trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and Basingstoke from $30 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Bath to Basingstoke
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bath to Basingstoke
Most Bath to Basingstoke trains use the Bath Spa to Basingstoke station pair. Use this guide to compare Bath and Basingstoke train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park train station facilities and services
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Basingstoke station do trains from Bath arrive at?
Getting to Basingstoke from Basingstoke city centre
Basingstoke 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
Food and drink options are available at Basingstoke.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke. ATMs are available at Basingstoke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basingstoke: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basingstoke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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