Trains from Preston to Basingstoke

Preston to Basingstoke train information

Preston Basingstoke train map

Train duration 3h49m
Arrival Basingstoke, England
Departure Preston, England
Distance 186 Miles
Lowest train price from £43.70
Average train price £102.00

Which operators can I use?

The route connecting Preston, which is in England and Basingstoke, located in England is well served by trains. Use our travel search engine to search for your ticket and see the rail company for this journey.

How much times does it take?

There are 186 miles between both cities and the average train duration connecting Preston to Basingstoke is normally 3h49m. Travelling by train is normally the fastest solution to go to Basingstoke from Preston, and it's also a greener option than taking your car or using the plane.

What is the price of a train ticket for this journey?

Based on our data, the lowest fare to travel in the next month is £43.70. This price is based on an adult ticket and does not include the money you can save with a railcard.

Best prices for Preston to Basingstoke train tickets

from £43.70 MORE 3h49m
Other modes of transport available
Coach
from €44.00 MORE 13h40m
from £32.66 MORE 13h40m

Preston - Basingstoke prices calendar

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Ticket prices and availability have been recorded in the last 72 hours from the data provided by our partners.

Train times Preston to Basingstoke

When are the next trains to Basingstoke?

Departure Arrival Duration Company
Today
There are no more services available today.
Tuesday 17 June
Preston
08:00
Basingstoke
11:48
3h15m Multiple companies
Preston
09:00
Basingstoke
12:47
3h14m Multiple companies
Preston
10:00
Basingstoke
13:47
3h15m Multiple companies

The table above only shows the remaining services for today and will display a maximum of 10 train departures.

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Best prices for Preston to Basingstoke trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Preston and Basingstoke by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Basingstoke to Preston and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

From To Price Departure on At Company Searched
Preston
Basingstoke
£43.70 17/06/2025 09:18 18 days ago
Preston
Basingstoke
£77.50 17/06/2025 10:00 18 days ago
Preston
Basingstoke
£97.20 17/06/2025 08:20 18 days ago
Preston
Basingstoke
£103.70 17/06/2025 09:20 18 days ago
Preston
Basingstoke
£104.50 17/06/2025 09:00 18 days ago
Preston
Basingstoke
£181.00 17/06/2025 08:00 18 days ago

Best prices for the next 180 days.

Discount Preston - Basingstoke train tickets

National Railcards can bring you great savings if you're taking the train. Depending on your age as well as your situation, you might want to get one of the 5 different railcards: Disabled persons, 16-25, Two together, Senior or Family and Friends railcards. Railcards can enable you to make great savings for your Preston Basingstoke train ticket.

Why should I buy a railcard?

When purchasing a railcard, you want to save money after several trips. But is it really worth it when taking the train from Preston to Basingstoke? Check with your calculator, taking into account:

A = the railcard cost (i.e.: £30)

B = average saving with the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average price for a Preston Basingstoke ticket (i.e.: £101.27)(1)

Initially, divide A by B: this will show you the budget from which the card will be profitable. Now divide that number by C. The result is the minimum number of trips needed throughout the duration of the railcard's validity to start saving money.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£101.27 = 0.87. Your railcard will be worthwile once you will have done at least 1 trips from Preston to Basingstoke (one way journey).

How much does a railcard cost?

Railcards enable you to get a third off most train fares for a year. The Disabled persons railcard costs £20 and the 5 other railcards £30.

(1)Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey

Train Journey Average price without railcard(1) With a railcard 34% off(2) Saving based on a one-way trip Number of return trips to pay off the cost
Preston to Basingstoke train £101.27 £67.51 £33.76 0.87

(1)Average price observed over the last 6 months for one way

(2)Price calculated with an average reduction of 34% on train tickets fare

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