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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Scotland is to bus which costs £29 - £100 and takes 13h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Scotland is to train and fly which takes 3h 55m and costs £90 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Scotland?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Glasgow Central via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Dover to Scotland?

The distance between Dover and Scotland is 479 miles. The road distance is 469.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Scotland without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 25m and costs £60 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Dover to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Scotland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Scotland train from?

Dover to Scotland train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Scotland?

The best way to get from Dover to Scotland is to train via London which takes 6h 25m and costs £60 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £100 and takes 13h 31m.

Where does the Dover to Scotland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Scotland train arrive?

Dover to Scotland train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Scotland is 469 miles. It takes approximately 7h 47m to drive from Dover to Scotland.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dover to Scotland?

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Where can I stay near Scotland?

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Dover to Scotland - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Dover to Scotland 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central
6h 25m
£64–261
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
13h 31m
£29–96
Drive 466.3 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Glasgowcar 466.3 mi
7h 47m
£114–165
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
4h 9m
£95–307
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
7h 32m
£59–171
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3h 55m
£90–277
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
4h 55m
£67–200
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LGW - GLA
4h 44m
£62–191
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
4h 58m
£72–201
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane STN - GLA
4h 41m
£63–190

Dover to Scotland by train and foot

121Weekly Services

6h 25mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dover to Scotland.

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Distance: 475.7 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Glasgow Central via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 13h 31m.

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