Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Basingstoke travel guide

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With a population of 96,348, Basingstoke is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Basingstoke to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Basingstoke

If you’re looking for affordable options, Wellington Arms (Stratfield Turgis) and The Olive House restaurant (21 Church Street) are great picks.

When to visit Basingstoke

Basingstoke in May
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Basingstoke in May
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Basingstoke

Plane

Although Basingstoke doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Southampton Airport (SOU), which is located 25 miles from Basingstoke. The shortest domestic flight to Basingstoke departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Basingstoke, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Basingstoke to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. The train station in Basingstoke is called Basingstoke, and is located 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Basingstoke is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 45 miles from Basingstoke. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Basingstoke, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Basingstoke takes 95 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 130 miles.

Plane

Although Basingstoke doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Southampton Airport (SOU), which is located 25 miles from Basingstoke. The shortest domestic flight to Basingstoke departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Basingstoke, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Basingstoke to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. The train station in Basingstoke is called Basingstoke, and is located 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Basingstoke is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 45 miles from Basingstoke. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Basingstoke, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Basingstoke takes 95 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Basingstoke

SOUSouthampton Eastleigh
OXFOxford Kidlington

Airlines serving Basingstoke

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Basingstoke

Average rates range from around £94 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £84 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Basingstoke

Most booked hotels in Basingstoke

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Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£560+
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The Elvetham Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Village Hotel Basingstoke
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Tylney Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£148+
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Red Lion Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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Hampshire Court Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£73+
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Hiring a car in Basingstoke

Hiring a car in Basingstoke costs £45 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Basingstoke (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Basingstoke is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 4% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Basingstoke costs £45 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Basingstoke (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Basingstoke is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 4% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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