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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Dumfries is to bus and train which costs £30 - £75 and takes 11h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Dumfries is to drive which takes 5h 46m and costs £80 - £130.

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 Stafford and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Dumfries?

The distance between Basingstoke and Dumfries is 341 miles. The road distance is 338.3 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 27m and costs £80 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m 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 Stafford station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Dumfries is 338 miles. It takes approximately 5h 46m 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 388+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Basingstoke to Dumfries - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Basingstoke to Dumfries by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Stafford
2. Take the train from Stafford to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
7h 27m
£84–265
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
11h 36m
£32–73
Drive 336.4 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Dumfries336.4 mi
5h 46m
£84–121
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfries
6h 48m
£102–298
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to LockerbieManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 48m
£57–214
Bus, train via Lockerbie
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Halston Hotel
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbie
12h 2m
£33–139
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
6h 8m
£119–255
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
6h 19m
£116–261
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train, line 381 bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
4. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Loreburne Centre 2
7h 2m
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
7h 17m
£84–305
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junction
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
6h 55m
£91–215
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
7h 56m
£100–337

Basingstoke to Dumfries by train

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7h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 338.6 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

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You can take a train from Basingstoke to Dumfries via Stafford and Carlisle in around 7h 27m.

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