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Compare train and bus for Salisbury to Basingstoke
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury to Basingstoke 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 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salisbury to Basingstoke:
A bus is $15 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salisbury to Basingstoke costing on average $34 (€27).
Other travel options to Basingstoke take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (38m by train vs 55m by car). Tickets start at around $34 (€27) compared to roughly $15 (€12) 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury to Basingstoke
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Salisbury to Basingstoke run on average 6 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 34m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 12:29 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Salisbury to Basingstoke trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Salisbury and Basingstoke from $18 (€15). 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 Salisbury to Basingstoke
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury 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 Salisbury to Basingstoke
Most Salisbury to Basingstoke trains use the Salisbury to Basingstoke station pair. Use this guide to compare Salisbury and Basingstoke train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salisbury station do trains to Basingstoke leave from?
Getting to Salisbury from Salisbury city centre
Salisbury train station facilities and services
Salisbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salisbury.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Salisbury. ATMs are available at Salisbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salisbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salisbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salisbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salisbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to all platforms. Access to platforms 5 (for trains to Cardiff and the West of England) and 6 (for some services to Basingstoke and London Waterloo) are via level access. Access to all other platforms is via a subway with steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers who have difficulty using the ramps. Please speak to our assisted travel team or a member of station staff. 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: Yes.
Which Basingstoke station do trains from Salisbury 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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