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Outbound fromBasingstoke to Heathrow Airport by train
It takes an average of 1h 53m to travel from Basingstoke to Heathrow Airport by train, over a distance of around 31 miles (49 km). There are normally 166 trains per day travelling from Basingstoke to Heathrow Airport and tickets for this journey start from £30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:49 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:05 | |
| Departure station | Basingstoke | |
| Arrival station | Heathrow Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 10m | |
| Distance | 31 miles (49 km) | |
| Frequency | 166 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Heathrow Express |
About the train journey from Basingstoke to Heathrow Airport
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The train from Basingstoke to Heathrow Airport usually takes 1 hour 53 minutes on average to travel 31 miles (49 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour 10 minutes. You can expect to find 166 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Heathrow Airport, 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 CrossCountry, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Basingstoke to Heathrow Airport if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £30.00. 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 Basingstoke to Heathrow Airport
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Basingstoke to Heathrow Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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