What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Dumfries?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Dumfries is to drive which costs £80 - £120 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Dumfries?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Dumfries is to train and fly which takes 5h 49m and costs £85 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Dumfries via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Dumfries?

The distance between Basingstoke and Dumfries is 341 miles. The road distance is 338.8 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Dumfries without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 7h 19m and costs £130 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Dumfries?

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Basingstoke to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Dumfries train from?

Basingstoke to Dumfries train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Dumfries train arrive?

Basingstoke to Dumfries train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Dumfries is 339 miles. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Basingstoke to Dumfries.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Dumfries?

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 332+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Basingstoke to Dumfries - 10 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Basingstoke to Dumfries by train, car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 19m
£137–228
Drive 336.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Dumfriescar 336.8 mi
5h 49m
£82–118
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain
6h 40m
£107–351
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 47m
£150–230
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain
5h 49m
£89–245
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train, line 381 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbietrain
4. Take the bus from Sydney Place to Loreburne Centre 2bus
6h 55m
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
6h 17m
£135–290
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 8m
£93–326
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbietrain
6h 28m
£122–270
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 43m
£118–327

Basingstoke to Dumfries by train

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7h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 338.7 mi
Duration: 7h 19m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Dumfries via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 7h 19m.

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