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 £30 - £110 and takes 13h 47m.

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 54m and costs £95 - £310.

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 47m.

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 28m.

How far is it from Dover to Scotland?

The distance between Dover and Scotland is 478 miles. The road distance is 469.2 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 28m and costs £70 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m 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 28m and costs £70 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 13h 47m.

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 42m 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 IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central
6h 28m
£70–260
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Buchanan Bus StationUkxn10 / ...
13h 47m
£32–108
Drive 466.4 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Glasgow466.4 mi
7h 42m
£114–165
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
4h 13m
£101–316
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Glasgow Queen Street
7h 35m
£70–200
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
3h 54m
£96–306
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
4h 46m
£61–187
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
4h 37m
£65–187
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
5h
£74–207
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)STN - GLA
4h 27m
£57–187

Dover to Scotland by train and foot

134Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 475.7 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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 28m. 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 47m.

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