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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Dover is to bus via Bus Station which costs £30 - £85 and takes 13h 9m.

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 £90 - £290.

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 Pencester Road via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

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 36m.

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 36m and costs £70 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m 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 National Express, 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 36m and costs £70 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £90 and takes 13h 5m.

Where does the Scotland to Dover bus arrive?

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

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 47m to drive from Scotland to Dover.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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

There are 11 ways to get from Scotland to Dover by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
6h 36m
£70–285
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 594 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Pencester Roadbus 007
13h 5m
£28–88
Drive 465.8 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Dovercar 465.8 mi
7h 47m
£113–162
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain
4h 39m
£94–284
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain
7h 10m
£92–183
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
13h 9m
£32–81
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain
4h 58m
£98–288
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain
5h 26m
£56–180
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain
5h 19m
£64–187
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain
5h 8m
£57–180
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain
5h 38m
£70–192

Scotland to Dover by train and foot

122Weekly Services

6h 36mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 475.7 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Pencester Road via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 13h 5m.

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