Train travel to Basingstoke guide
Basingstoke railway station, located in Hampshire, England, has a storied history dating back to its opening in 1839. Originally part of the London and South Western railway, the station has undergone various upgrades and expansions to accommodate growing passenger numbers and modern rail services.
Situated on the South West Main Line, the station is a key interchange for passengers travelling to destinations such as Bournemouth, and Southampton. Now served by South Western railway, Great Western railway, and CrossCountry, expect frequent services to London, the South West and the West of England, as well as Wales, the Midlands, North of England, and Scotland.
Nearby landmarks include the Festival Place shopping centre, just a short walk from the station, offering a wide range of retail, dining, and entertainment options, the Haymarket and the Willis Museum on Market Place. Eastrop Park is also just a few minutes' walk from both the station and the town centre, and features expansive green spaces, a boating lake, and jogging trails.
Which train companies run trains to Basingstoke?
Providers that offer services to and from Basingstoke include: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway and South Western Railway. Please note that journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with.
What are Basingstoke's opening hours?
Typically 0:03 to 23:58, which are when the first and last train depart, though we recommend double checking this on the day.
Pick up & drop off at Basingstoke
Basingstoke offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.
Connectivity of the Basingstoke?
With frequent trains to Basingstoke from hubs like London, London Waterloo, Reading, Southampton and Clapham, travel to and from the station is convenient. Complementary options like buses and taxis are also available for further transit, but checking availability in advance is recommended.
Basingstoke Live Timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information about train schedules and services for passengers traveling to and from Basingstoke. Check it now to plan your next journey.
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Station Details
Address: Basingstoke station, Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NB
Facilities
ATM
Bicycle rental
Bicycle parking
Sheltered storage
CCTV at storage area
Public Wi-Fi
Payphone
Cards and coins
Post box
Refreshments
Seating facilities
First class lounge
Seating area
Waiting room
Toilet
Tourist information office
Trolleys
Ticket Office
Ticket office open
Ticket machine
Use Oyster cards
Oyster top-up
Services
Bus service
Car park
Cabstand
Metro service
Customer help point
Staff
Accessible ticket machine
Ramp for train access
Accessible toilet
Wheelchairs
Customer support
Left luggage
Lost property
Currency exchange
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