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Waterloo to Basingstoke train prices and times

Looking to travel from Waterloo to Basingstoke? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £8.50, with average prices for this route around £24.20.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
19:20 46m, Direct London Waterloo	20:06 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
19:42 1h 16m, Direct London Waterloo	20:58 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
19:50 45m, Direct London Waterloo	20:35 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
20:05 42m, Direct London Waterloo	20:47 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
20:09 53m, Direct London Waterloo	21:02 Basingstoke	Find Tickets
20:12 1h 16m, Direct London Waterloo	21:28 Paris	Find Tickets

Waterloo to Basingstoke train route details

First train

00:33

Last train

21:43

Departure station

Waterloo

Arrival station

Basingstoke

Journey time

42m

Distance

174 miles

Price

£8.50*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Basingstoke

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 Waterloo to Basingstoke can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Waterloo to Basingstoke, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Waterloo to Basingstoke ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Waterloo to Basingstoke train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak 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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