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Trip Summary
You can pick from 6 daily train trips between Basingstoke and Stoke-on-Trent. The average train journey from Basingstoke to Stoke-on-Trent takes 3 hours and 18 minutes, but some South Western Railway train trips are as short as 3 hours and 7 minutes.
| Distance | 129 mi (207 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 7m |
| Lowest price | $130.46 |
| Most frequent service | South Western Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Basingstoke to Stoke-on-Trent?
South Western Railway is the one and only train line which connects Basingstoke to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Western Railway | 6 | 3h 19m | $289.63 |
UK's South Western Railway operates passenger rail services in London, Windsor, Reading, and Southampton. Both standard class and first-class seating are available, with the first-class section clearly marked and physically separated from the rest of the train by internal doorways. These cars offer more space and quiet away from the more crowded areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Basingstoke and Stoke-on-Trent is approximately 129 miles, or 207 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 18 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 7 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Basingstoke to Stoke-on-Trent. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Basingstoke at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Basingstoke.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Basingstoke?
Main departure station: Basingstoke Rail Station
There is one train station in Basingstoke.
All train stations in Basingstoke:
Basingstoke Rail Station
Where is the train station in Stoke-on-Trent?
Main arrival station: Stoke on Trent Railway Station
Stoke-on-Trent has one train station.
Train stations in Stoke-on-Trent:
Stoke on Trent Railway Station
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