The average train between Basingstoke and Cannock takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Basingstoke to Cannock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Basingstoke and Cannock. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basingstoke is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Cannock at 12:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Cannock. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke station and arriving at Cannock station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Basingstoke to Cannock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.
Basingstoke to Cannock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cannock station.
Book your Basingstoke to Cannock train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Basingstoke and Cannock is 171.4 km. The road distance is 212 km.
You can take a train from Basingstoke to Cannock via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 3m.