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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Stranraer is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 14h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Stranraer is to train and fly which takes 6h 38m and costs £75 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Port Rodie via London Victoria and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Stranraer via Stafford, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Stranraer?

The distance between Basingstoke and Stranraer is 508 miles. The road distance is 406.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 10h 49m and costs £110 - £390.

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

It takes approximately 10h 49m to get from Basingstoke to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Stranraer bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Stranraer is to train which takes 10h 49m and costs £110 - £390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 14h 7m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Stranraer bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Stranraer train arrive?

Basingstoke to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Stranraer is 406 miles. It takes approximately 7h 1m to drive from Basingstoke to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 194+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Basingstoke to Stranraer by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Stafford
2. Take the train from Stafford to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
10h 49m
£110–389
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Buchanan Bus Station595 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
14h 7m
£44–106
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station590 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
13h 59m
£67–279
Drive 404 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Stranraer404 mi
7h 1m
£101–146
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 Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 41m
£112–305
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
4. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer
12h 3m
£108–337
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterloo
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 42m
£143–414
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 38m
£76–237
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junction
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 30m
£92–222
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Luton
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
4. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 20m
£107–229
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 47m
£101–293

Basingstoke to Stranraer by train

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10h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 505.5 mi
Duration: 10h 49m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Stranraer via Stafford, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 10h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Port Rodie via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 14h 7m.

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