Poole to Basingstoke by train

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Overview: trains from Poole to Basingstoke

Find the key information for travelling by train from Poole 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 05:00 View journey
Last train 21:54 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 23m View journey
Distance (km) 88
Trains / day 35 View all
Cheapest journey US$37.50 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 37m
Train operators 2

Taking the train from Poole to Basingstoke

Ready to book a trip from Poole to Basingstoke by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Cost of train travel from Poole to Basingstoke

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Poole to Basingstoke:

  • Cheapest ticket: US$37.50

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Poole to Basingstoke daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Basingstoke on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 35 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:00: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 21:54: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:28: departure of first train on weekends

  • 21:54: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 31 minutes: frequency of train departures

How long does the train from Poole to Basingstoke take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 23 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 88 kilometres.

Booking Poole to Basingstoke trains in advance

Booking your Poole to Basingstoke tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 and a half months before departure.

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Learn more about train travel from Poole to Basingstoke

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Poole and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Basingstoke city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Poole to Basingstoke

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

The total journey from Poole to Basingstoke is 88 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.