Guildford to Basingstoke by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Guildford to Basingstoke? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 35 kilometres.

Train cost for travel between Guildford 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 US$18.90, 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 and a half 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.

Guildford to Basingstoke departure timetable

On this route, 61 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Guildford at 06:33 and the last leaving at 20:17 during the week.

For weekend travel to Basingstoke, the earliest departure is at 06:34 and the last one is at 23:05. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 12 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Guildford and Basingstoke

The route’s fastest journey takes 31 minutes, covering a total of 35 kilometres.

How far in advance Guildford and Basingstoke tickets go on sale

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

Learn more about train travel from Guildford to Basingstoke

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Basingstoke city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Guildford to Basingstoke by train?

The train route from Guildford to Basingstoke covers 35 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Guildford to Basingstoke?

The lowest price on this route is US$18.90. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Guildford to Basingstoke by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 5 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Guildford to Basingstoke by train?

The fastest journey is 31 minutes.