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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Basingstoke among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £71, while a flight costs an average of £187.
Distance: 553 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£187 Average Price | £152 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 18m Average total duration 11h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Basingstoke:
A coach is £81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Basingstoke costing on average £152.
A coach is £116 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Basingstoke costing on average £187.
Other travel options to Basingstoke take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 28m.
Coach takes on average 12h 18m.
You'll arrive about 5h 34m sooner (1h 32m by flight vs 7h 6m by car). Tickets start at around £187 compared to roughly £107 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
How to get to Basingstoke from Glasgow by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Glasgow to Basingstoke is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Basingstoke are London, Winchester, Southampton, Portsmouth and Reading. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Basingstoke on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Winchester is a historic Hampshire city known for its cathedral, medieval streets and links to King Alfred the Great. Once an Anglo-Saxon capital, it feels compact, walkable and quietly elegant.
Southampton is a maritime city on England’s south coast, known for its ocean liner history and links to the Titanic. Medieval walls and museums stand near a busy waterfront and modern shopping centre, giving it a lively yet practical feel.
Portsmouth is a waterfront city on England’s south coast, known for its naval heritage and historic dockyard. Its island setting, working harbour and seafront give it a distinctly maritime character, with Old Portsmouth adding older streets and pubs.
Reading is a busy Thames Valley town known for its music festival, business links and the remains of Reading Abbey. The centre combines modern shopping with riverside paths and a lively food and arts scene.
Travel to Basingstoke easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Basingstoke.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Basingstoke:
A coach is £81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Basingstoke costing on average £152.
A coach is £116 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Basingstoke costing on average £187.
Other travel options to Basingstoke take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 28m.
Coach takes on average 12h 18m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow and Basingstoke as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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