The average train between Dunstable and Basingstoke takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Dunstable 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 30 minutes between Dunstable and Basingstoke. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunstable is at 10:08 PM which arrives into Basingstoke at 12:27 AM. All services require a transfer at West Hampstead Thameslink and take an average of 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dunstable to Basingstoke? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dunstable to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Dunstable station and arriving at Basingstoke station via West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Dunstable to Basingstoke train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Leagrave station.
Dunstable to Basingstoke train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Basingstoke station.
Book your Dunstable to Basingstoke train tickets online with Thameslink, London Overground and South Western Railway.
The distance between Dunstable and Basingstoke is 79.5 km. The road distance is 131 km.
You can take a train from Leagrave to Basingstoke via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead, and Clapham Junction in around 2h.