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Gravesend to Basingstoke by train

First train

04:58

Last train

19:04

Departure station

Gravesend

Arrival station

Basingstoke

Journey time

From 2h 11m

Distance

64 miles (103 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

How to travel from Gravesend to Basingstoke by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Gravesend to Basingstoke? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Gravesend and Basingstoke, which usually take 2 hours 19 minutes to complete the 64 miles (103 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Basingstoke by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southeastern are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Gravesend to Basingstoke if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Basingstoke? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Gravesend and Basingstoke by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Gravesend to Basingstoke is 2 hours and 11 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Gravesend to Basingstoke?

No, there are no direct train services from Gravesend to Basingstoke. Travelling from Gravesend to Basingstoke by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Gravesend to Basingstoke leave?

The first train from Gravesend to Basingstoke leaves at 04:58. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Gravesend to Basingstoke leave?

The last train from Gravesend to Basingstoke leaves at 19:04. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Gravesend and Basingstoke by train?

Trains travelling from Gravesend to Basingstoke cover a distance of around 64 miles (103 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Basingstoke to Gravesend.

Cheap train tickets from Gravesend to Basingstoke

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† 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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