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Basingstoke to Waterloo Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Basingstoke to Waterloo, starting from AU$17.37 and averaging AU$20.44. The entire journey takes no more than 42 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Basingstoke to Waterloo Train Route Details

First train

04:54

Last train

23:44

Departure city

Basingstoke

Arrival city

Waterloo

Journey time

42 minutes

Distance

279 km

Price

AU$17.37*

Train operators

Southeastern, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Basingstoke to Waterloo

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Basingstoke to Waterloo can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Basingstoke to Waterloo, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Basingstoke to Waterloo ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Basingstoke to Waterloo more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Basingstoke to Waterloo train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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