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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 12h.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock is to train and fly which takes 4h 16m and costs £50 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via London Victoria and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Kilmarnock via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Basingstoke and Kilmarnock is 399 miles. The road distance is 397 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock without a car is to train which takes 8h 42m and costs £65 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Kilmarnock bus from?

Basingstoke to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock is to train which takes 8h 42m and costs £65 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 12h.

Where does the Basingstoke to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Basingstoke to Kilmarnock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Kilmarnock is 397 miles. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

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Basingstoke to Kilmarnock - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock 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 Kilmarnocktrain
8h 42m
£67–260
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
12h
£33–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
11h 31m
£45–194
Drive 394.7 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Kilmarnockcar 394.7 mi
7h
£96–139
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 Kilmarnocktrain
5h 20m
£80–262
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 Kilmarnocktrain
9h 13m
£88–393
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 Kilmarnocktrain
4h 16m
£50–184
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 20m
£109–260
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, 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 bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus
5h 46m
£84–261
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LGW - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 37m
£66–164
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain
5h 48m
£80–163

Basingstoke to Kilmarnock by train

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Distance: 396.3 mi
Duration: 8h 42m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Kilmarnock via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 8h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Kilmarnock Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h.

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