The average train between Derby and Basingstoke takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby 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 every 3 hours between Derby and Basingstoke. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 5:53 PM which arrives into Basingstoke at 8:48 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Basingstoke station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Derby to Basingstoke train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Basingstoke train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Derby to Basingstoke train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Derby and Basingstoke is 186.5 km. The road distance is 237 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Reading every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 11m.