The average train between Bolton and Basingstoke takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Basingstoke. 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 Bolton and Basingstoke. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 6:54 PM which arrives into Basingstoke at 11:08 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Basingstoke station via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Bolton to Basingstoke train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Basingstoke train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Basingstoke station.
Book your Bolton to Basingstoke train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Basingstoke is 273.7 km. The road distance is 331 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Basingstoke hourly. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h 44m.