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Basingstoke to Bournemouth train prices and times

Looking to travel from Basingstoke to Bournemouth? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £6.25, with average prices for this route around £6.80.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Mon, Aug 4
From £6.80
Tue, Aug 5
From £6.80
Wed, Aug 6
From £6.80
Thu, Aug 7
From £6.25
Fri, Aug 8
From £6.25
Sat, Aug 9
From £6.68
Sun, Aug 10
From £6.80

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
01:01 Basingstoke	07:07 Bournemouth	6h 6m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:21 Basingstoke	07:44 Bournemouth	1h 23m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:18 Basingstoke	08:46 Bournemouth	1h 28m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:50 Basingstoke	09:10 Bournemouth	1h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:11 Basingstoke	09:13 Bournemouth	1h 2m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:19 Basingstoke	09:28 Paris	1h 9m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Basingstoke to Bournemouth train route details

First train

01:01

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Basingstoke

Arrival station

Bournemouth

Journey time

1h 1m

Distance

51 miles

Price

£6.25*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Basingstoke to Bournemouth

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Basingstoke to Bournemouth can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Basingstoke to Bournemouth, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Basingstoke to Bournemouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Basingstoke to Bournemouth train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Basingstoke to Bournemouth with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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