| First train | 09:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:00 | |
| Departure station | Basingstoke | |
| Arrival station | Hale (Manchester) | |
| Journey time | From 4h 4m | |
| Distance | 155 miles (250 km) | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Thinking about taking the train from Basingstoke to Hale (Manchester)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 4 minutes to travel the 155 miles (250 km) from Basingstoke to Hale (Manchester) by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 4 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Hale (Manchester). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Basingstoke to Hale (Manchester) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Hale (Manchester) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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