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Great Western Railway

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Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke by train

First train

05:12

Last train

22:33

Departure station

Chester-le-Street

Arrival station

Basingstoke

Journey time

From 5h 47m

Distance

249 miles (400 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

Take the train from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke in 5 hours 47 minutes

If you want to travel from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke by train to take around 7 hours 5 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 5 hours 47 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 249 miles (400 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Basingstoke. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke

Want to know more about your journey from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How fast can trains travel from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke?

The fastest time a train can travel the 249 miles (400 km) from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke is 5 hours and 47 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke?

There are no direct trains that run between Chester-le-Street and Basingstoke. You’ll need to make at least 2 changes along the way.

How far is the train ride from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke?

The train ride from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke covers a distance of around 249 miles (400 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 5 hours and 47 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Basingstoke from Chester-le-Street?

With the fastest journeys taking just 5 hours and 47 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Chester-le-Street and Basingstoke is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

Cheap train tickets from Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

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 Chester-le-Street to Basingstoke 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.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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