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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Dover is to bus which costs £30 - £110 and takes 12h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Dover is to fly and train which takes 4h 39m and costs £100 - £320.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Dover. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Dover. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Dover Priory via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Scotland to Dover?

The distance between Scotland and Dover is 478 miles. The road distance is 468.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Dover without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs £65 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Scotland to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Dover bus from?

Scotland to Dover bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Dover train from?

Scotland to Dover train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Dover?

The best way to get from Scotland to Dover is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs £65 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Scotland to Dover bus arrive?

Scotland to Dover bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Scotland to Dover train arrive?

Scotland to Dover train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Dover is 469 miles. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Scotland to Dover.

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

Book your Scotland to Dover train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dover?

There are 1092+ hotels available in Dover.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Dover 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
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London EustonGlasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover PriorySt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
6h 38m
£67–268
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London VictoriaUkn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal1710 / ...
12h 2m
£33–103
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57 to London Victoria Coach Station Arrival Hallmegabus M11 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Dover PrioryLondon Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
11h 54m
£42–153
Drive 465.8 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Dover465.8 mi
7h 41m
£114–165
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)GLA - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priory
4h 39m
£105–314
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priory
4h 59m
£104–318
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)EDI - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Station
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priory
5h 27m
£62–194
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)GLA - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priory
5h 16m
£69–186
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EDI - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priory
5h 37m
£72–200
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)GLA - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Station
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priory
5h 7m
£63–200

Scotland to Dover by train and foot

122Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 475.7 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Scotland and Dover, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Dover Priory via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal via London Victoria in around 12h 2m.

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