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

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Basingstoke start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £139. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Basingstoke?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Basingstoke is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 160 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 43m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Basingstoke route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Manchester to Basingstoke departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 19:25.

Train Manchester to Basingstoke from £28

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Basingstoke on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 44m	11:09	Basingstoke	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 44m	11:09	Basingstoke	Fastest
Train	15:25	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 44m	19:09	Basingstoke	No tags
Train	15:25	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 44m	19:09	Basingstoke	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 21:08 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Basingstoke

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Basingstoke. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4hAverage duration

161 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£29 - £373	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£24 - £31	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 11kg 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 £29

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Basingstoke 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 Manchester to Basingstoke?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Basingstoke start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £139. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Basingstoke?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Basingstoke is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 160 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 43m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Basingstoke route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Basingstoke?
The earliest train from Manchester to Basingstoke departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 19:25.

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

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Basingstoke was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £29

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

You can expect to pay from £29 to £352 for a train ticket from Manchester to Basingstoke based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-12-13.