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It takes an average of 2h 35m to travel from Basingstoke to Watford Junction by train, over a distance of around 40 miles (65 km). There are normally 122 trains per day travelling from Basingstoke to Watford Junction and tickets for this journey start from £43 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:54 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:38 | |
| Departure station | Basingstoke | |
| Arrival station | Watford Junction | |
| Journey time | From 1h 43m | |
| Distance | 40 miles (65 km) | |
| Frequency | 122 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £43 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, London Overground, South Western Railway, Southern |
Taking the train from Basingstoke to Watford Junction in 1 hour 43 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Basingstoke to Watford Junction? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 35 minutes to travel the 40 miles (65 km) from Basingstoke to Watford Junction by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 43 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 122 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 South Western Railway to Watford Junction. 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 Watford Junction in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £43.00. 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 Watford Junction by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Basingstoke to Watford Junction?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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