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Outbound fromAlexandra Palace to Basingstoke by train
It takes an average of 2h 10m to travel from Alexandra Palace to Basingstoke by train, over a distance of around 47 miles (76 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Alexandra Palace to Basingstoke and tickets for this journey start from £27.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:44 | |
| Departure station | Alexandra Palace | |
| Arrival station | Basingstoke | |
| Journey time | From 1h 51m | |
| Distance | 47 miles (76 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £27.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, Great Western Railway, Great Northern, South Western Railway, Thameslink |
About the train journey from Alexandra Palace to Basingstoke
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The train from Alexandra Palace to Basingstoke usually takes 2 hours 10 minutes on average to travel 47 miles (76 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour 51 minutes. You can expect to find 10 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Basingstoke, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Alexandra Palace to Basingstoke if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £27.30. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Alexandra Palace to Basingstoke
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Consider a Season Ticket
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