Explore Basingstoke to Cambridge by train

Thinking about travelling from Basingstoke to Cambridge by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost for travel between Basingstoke and Cambridge

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 US$64.19, 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 3 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 timetable for travel between Basingstoke and Cambridge

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Basingstoke to Cambridge by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:59

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 23:13

  • First daily departure (weekend): 05:59

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:44

  • Average number of daily trains: 46 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 18 minutes

Basingstoke to Cambridge train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 133 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 2 hours and 26 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Basingstoke and Cambridge

Tickets for travel between Basingstoke and Cambridge can be booked 3 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Additional information on train travel from Basingstoke to Cambridge

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Cambridge city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Basingstoke to Cambridge?

The total distance between Basingstoke and Cambridge is 133 kilometres.

What is the Basingstoke to Cambridge train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs US$64.19. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Basingstoke to Cambridge?

Tickets for travel between Basingstoke to Cambridge are available 3 months before departure.

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

The fastest jouney takes 2 hours and 26 minutes.