The average train between Reading and Basingstoke takes 24 min and the fastest train takes 16 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Reading 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 Reading and Basingstoke. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Basingstoke at 12:02 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 24 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading station and arriving at Basingstoke station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 24 min.
Reading to Basingstoke train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Reading to Basingstoke train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Basingstoke station.
Book your Reading to Basingstoke train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Reading and Basingstoke is 23 km. The road distance is 25 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Basingstoke hourly. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 18 min. Two other operators also service this route.