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 £45 - £90 and takes 12h 31m.

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 49m 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 Birmingham New Street and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

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 17m and costs £130 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m 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 405+ 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 Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 17m
£139–228
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Carlislebus
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain
12h 31m
£46–87
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
10h 8m
£109–203
Drive 336.8 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Dumfriescar 336.8 mi
5h 49m
£84–121
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 45m
£107–351
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 48m
£156–242
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 51m
£84–244
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 20m
£130–299
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 14m
£98–346
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 30m
£128–342
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 44m
£118–317
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 Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 1m
£150–325

Basingstoke to Dumfries by train

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7h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 338.6 mi
Duration: 7h 17m

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 17m.

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