Doncaster to Basingstoke by train

Explore Doncaster to Basingstoke by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Doncaster to Basingstoke aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Doncaster and Basingstoke

Average fares along this route:

• The cheapest ticket price: CA$143.65

• Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

• Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

• Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

• Travel with a budget train operator

• Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

• Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

• Select a non-flexible fare

• Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

• Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Train schedule for travel between Doncaster and Basingstoke

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 81 trains make this journey of 251 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Doncaster is at 05:37 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:48.

During the weekend, 05:07 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:07 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 7 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Doncaster to Basingstoke?

This journey covers a total of 251 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 3 hours and 11 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Doncaster and Basingstoke

Tickets for travel between Doncaster and Basingstoke can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

More information on train travel from Doncaster to Basingstoke

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Basingstoke city guide to get you started.