What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Scotland?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Scotland is to bus via Slough which costs £45 - £110 and takes 11h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Scotland?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Scotland is to train and fly which takes 3h 13m and costs £60 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport T5 - and Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Glasgow Central. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Scotland?

The distance between Bournemouth and Scotland is 397 miles. The road distance is 431.7 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Scotland without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Scotland without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 7m and costs £140 - £350.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Scotland?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Bournemouth to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Scotland bus from?

Bournemouth to Scotland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Scotland train from?

Bournemouth to Scotland train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train, bus or fly from Bournemouth to Scotland?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Scotland is to train via London which takes 7h 7m and costs £140 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus via Slough, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 11h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £30 - £180 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Scotland bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Scotland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Scotland train arrive?

Bournemouth to Scotland train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Scotland is 432 miles. It takes approximately 7h 31m to drive from Bournemouth to Scotland.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Scotland?

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Bournemouth to Scotland - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Bournemouth to Scotland by train, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
3h 36m
£98–221
Fly Bournemouth Airport to Edinburgh Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BOH - EDI
3h 31m
£33–172
Train via London
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central
7h 7m
£146–348
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
11h 55m
£47–108
Drive 429.2 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Glasgowcar 429.2 mi
7h 31m
£107–154
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
3h 13m
£61–186
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
4h 26m
£86–337
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
5h 56m
£76–225
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
6h 15m
£89–220
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Glasgow Centraltrain Bournemouth - Glasgow Central
9h 33m
£280–400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
12h 50m
£86–213

Bournemouth to Scotland by train and subway

140Weekly Services

7h 7mAverage Duration

£146Cheapest Price

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Distance: 394.8 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Glasgow Central via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Buchanan Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5, London Heathrow Airport T5 -, and Newhall Street in around 11h 55m.

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