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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Scotland is to train and fly which costs £45 - £150 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Scotland is to train and fly which takes 5h 18m and costs £45 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Tesco, Seldown Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 55m.

How far is it from Dorset to Scotland?

The distance between Dorset and Scotland is 446 miles. The road distance is 431.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Scotland without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 9h 51m and costs £130 - £430.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Dorset to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Scotland bus from?

Dorset to Scotland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Scotland?

The best way to get from Dorset to Scotland is to train via Stafford which takes 9h 51m and costs £130 - £430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £130 and takes 16h 55m.

Where does the Dorset to Scotland bus arrive?

Dorset to Scotland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Scotland is 432 miles. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Dorset to Scotland.

Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 1387+ hotels available in Scotland.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Dorset 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 Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
5h 41m
£102–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn10
16h 55m
£44–127
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Glasgow Centraltrain Milton Keynes Central - Glasgow Central / ...
9h 51m
£138–421
Drive 429.1 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Glasgowcar 429.1 mi
7h 33m
£106–152
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
5h 18m
£47–202
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
7h 20m
£60–167
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
7h 2m
£49–147
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BRS - ABZ
7h 46m
£96–267
Bus, train to Bournemouth Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Blue Vinny to Kings Statuebus
2. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
3. Fly from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BOH - EDI
6h 30m
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
12h 43m
£67–318
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Centraltrain
12h 54m
£98–242

Dorset to Scotland by bus and train

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12h 43mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 443.5 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Glasgow Central via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, and Stafford in around 9h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Buchanan Bus Station via Tesco, Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 16h 55m.

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