Going from Maidenhead to Basingstoke by train

About to set off from Maidenhead to Basingstoke by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Maidenhead and Basingstoke

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is CA$25.09, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between Maidenhead and Basingstoke

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 73 trains make this journey of 38 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Maidenhead is at 04:12 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:51.

During the weekend, 06:02 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:56 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 8 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Maidenhead and Basingstoke

The route’s fastest journey takes 39 minutes, covering a total of 38 kilometres.

How far in advance Maidenhead and Basingstoke tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Maidenhead and Basingstoke are available 5 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

More information on train travel from Maidenhead 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.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Maidenhead to Basingstoke by train?

The train journey between Maidenhead and Basingstoke spans 38 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Maidenhead to Basingstoke cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is CA$25.09. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Maidenhead to Basingstoke train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 5 months in advance.

How long does it take to get from Maidenhead to Basingstoke?

The fastest journey on this route takes 39 minutes.