Train from Basingstoke to Southampton: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Basingstoke to Southampton on 26 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
South Western RailwayTrain
Basingstoke
Hedge EndNo tags
South Western RailwayTrain
Basingstoke
Southampton Airport ParkwayNo tags
South Western RailwayTrain
Basingstoke
Hedge EndNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Basingstoke
Southampton Airport ParkwayNo tags
South Western RailwayTrain
Basingstoke
Southampton Airport ParkwayNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Basingstoke to Southampton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1h 5mAverage duration
29 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£8 - £10Average duration1h 5m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£7 - £37Average duration30m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basingstoke to Southampton by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Basingstoke to Southampton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Basingstoke to Southampton start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £22. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Basingstoke to Southampton?

    The average train journey time from Basingstoke to Southampton is 30m, covering a distance of 25 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 23m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Basingstoke to Southampton route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from South Western Railway, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basingstoke to Southampton?

    The earliest train from Basingstoke to Southampton departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:53.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Basingstoke to Southampton?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Basingstoke to Southampton?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Basingstoke to Southampton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is South Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Basingstoke to Southampton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is South Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
24/01
£7
25/01
£7
Today
£7
27/01
£9
28/01
£8
29/01
£7
30/01
£7
31/01
£7
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Basingstoke to Southampton was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of £7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basingstoke to Southampton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £35 for a train ticket from Basingstoke to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2026-01-31.

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