How much does a train ticket cost from Basingstoke to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Basingstoke to Birmingham start from £21. The average price for this train route is around £104. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Basingstoke to Birmingham?

The average train journey time from Basingstoke to Birmingham is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 91 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 1m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Basingstoke to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham?

The earliest train from Basingstoke to Birmingham departs at 07:47. And the latest train departs at 19:50.

Train Basingstoke to Birmingham from £20

Next train departures

Next departures from Basingstoke to Birmingham on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:48	Basingstoke	2h 3m	20:51	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	09:49	Basingstoke	2h 2m	11:51	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	09:49	Basingstoke	2h 2m	11:51	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:48	Basingstoke	2h 3m	12:51	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:48	Basingstoke	2h 3m	12:51	Birmingham New Street	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

2h 2mAverage duration

91 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£21 - £239	Average duration2h 2m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£14 - £14	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £21

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basingstoke to Birmingham by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Basingstoke to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Basingstoke to Birmingham start from £21. The average price for this train route is around £104. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basingstoke to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Basingstoke to Birmingham is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 91 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 1m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Basingstoke to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Basingstoke to Birmingham departs at 07:47. And the latest train departs at 19:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/12

£20

05/12

£75

Today

£23

07/12

£20

08/12

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The cheapest trip from Basingstoke to Birmingham was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £20

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

You can expect to pay from £20 to £231 for a train ticket from Basingstoke to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-12-07.