Wigan to Basingstoke by train

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Overview: trains from Wigan to Basingstoke

Find the key information for travelling by train from Wigan to Basingstoke, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:09 View journey
Last train 22:53 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 37m View journey
Distance (km) 274
Trains / day 35 View all
Cheapest journey AU$388.36 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 43m
Train operators 9

Wigan to Basingstoke by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Wigan to Basingstoke? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 274 kilometres.

Cost of a train ticket between Wigan and Basingstoke

The cheapest ticket price along this route is AU$388.36. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 3 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train schedule for travel between Wigan and Basingstoke

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 35 trains make this journey of 274 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Wigan is at 06:11 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:53.

During the weekend, 06:09 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:33 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 20 minutes.

Average train travel time from Wigan to Basingstoke

The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 37 minutes, travelling a total distance of 274 kilometres.

Booking Wigan to Basingstoke trains in advance

Booking your Wigan to Basingstoke tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 3 months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Wigan and Basingstoke by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

Making your Wigan to Basingstoke travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Basingstoke.

FAQs about the train journey from Wigan to Basingstoke

Want to know more about your journey from Wigan to Basingstoke? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Wigan to Basingstoke is 274 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.