Luton to Basingstoke by train

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Overview: trains from Luton to Basingstoke

Find the key information for travelling by train from Luton 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 01:40 View journey
Last train 23:24 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 58m View journey
Distance (km) 83
Trains / day 54 View all
Cheapest journey €54.75 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 24m
Train operators 7

Taking the train from Luton to Basingstoke

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Train cost between Luton and Basingstoke

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: €54.75

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

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  • 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

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Train times for travel between Luton and Basingstoke

If you are taking the train from Luton to Basingstoke, you will have 54 trains each day (with a departure every 13 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 01:40. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:13. On weekends, the first train departs at 04:10, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:24.

Train travel time and distance from Luton to Basingstoke

Trains can complete this route in as little as 1 hour and 58 minutes. The total distance travelled is 83 kilometres.

How far in advance Luton and Basingstoke tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Luton and Basingstoke are available 3 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Making the most of your trip to Basingstoke

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Basingstoke.

FAQs about the train journey from Luton to Basingstoke

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

The train journey between Luton and Basingstoke covers 83 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.