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Basingstoke to Edinburgh train route details
First train
04:54
Last train
23:44
Journey time
5h 46m
Distance
335 miles
Price
SAR 179.30*
What are the next train times from Basingstoke to Edinburgh?
Check all Basingstoke to Edinburgh journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
04:54 Basingstoke | 11:33 Edinburgh (Waverley) |   | Find Tickets |
05:49 Basingstoke | 11:38 Edinburgh (Waverley) |   | Find Tickets |
05:49 Basingstoke | 12:20 Edinburgh (Waverley) |  | Find Tickets |
05:54 Basingstoke | 12:30 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
06:04 Basingstoke | 12:30 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
06:51 Basingstoke | 12:37 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Basingstoke to Edinburgh
Group travel deals
Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Basingstoke to Edinburgh more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Basingstoke to Edinburgh. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
Regular commuters travelling between Basingstoke and Edinburgh - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route
Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3
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