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 £65 - £170 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Scotland is to fly which takes 2h 36m and costs £150 - £380.

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 17h 53m.

How far is it from Dorset to Scotland?

The distance between Dorset and Scotland is 397 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 which takes 9h 12m and costs £140 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m 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, bus or fly from Dorset to Scotland?

The best way to get from Dorset to Scotland is to fly which takes 2h 36m and costs £150 - £380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £140 - £380 and takes 9h 12m, you could also bus, which costs £60 - £250 and takes 17h 53m.

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 1475+ 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 plane, train, 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.

Fly Bournemouth Airport to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BOH - EDI
2h 36m
£152–377
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
17h 53m
£61–247
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central
9h 12m
£145–376
Drive 429.1 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Glasgowcar 429.1 mi
7h 33m
£105–151
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
6h 1m
£112–261
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 25m
£65–216
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 28m
£75–169
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 17m
£66–164
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wolverhamptontrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
9h 45m
£218–348
Train #2
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 44m
£288–431
Train via Manchester
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 56m
£190–342

Dorset to Scotland by bus, train, and subway

29Weekly Services

9h 12mAverage Duration

£145Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dorset to Scotland.

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Distance: 394.6 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and Scotland?

Ryanair UK flies from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blue Vinny to Glasgow Central via Kings Statue, Weymouth, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 9h 12m.

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