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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Kent is to bus and train which costs £65 - £100 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Kent is to fly and train which takes 4h 37m and costs £100 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Kent?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Kent. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Dickley Wood via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Prince Charles Drive, London Stonebridge and King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Kent. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Lenham via Euston station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Scotland to Kent?

The distance between Scotland and Kent is 452 miles. The road distance is 439.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Kent without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £95 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Scotland to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Kent bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Scotland to Kent train from?

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

Train or bus from Scotland to Kent?

The best way to get from Scotland to Kent is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £95 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 18m.

Where does the Scotland to Kent bus arrive?

Scotland to Kent bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where does the Scotland to Kent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Kent is 440 miles. It takes approximately 7h 17m to drive from Scotland to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1103+ hotels available in Kent.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Scotland to Kent 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 Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
6h 37m
£96–374
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
5h 14m
£61–162
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 594 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
10h 29m
£69–98
Drive 437 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Kentcar 437 mi
7h 17m
£106–154
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 Ashford Internationaltrain
6h 58m
£199–305
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stonebridge to Maidstonebus
13h 18m
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 Ashford Internationaltrain
4h 37m
£108–255
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 Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
5h 26m
£72–172
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 Ashford Internationaltrain
4h 49m
£114–282
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Ashford International to Lenhamtrain
5h 15m
£74–162
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Ashford International to Lenhamtrain
5h 3m
£69–152

Scotland to Kent by train and subway

147Weekly Services

6h 37mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 449.6 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Scotland and Kent, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Lenham via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dickley Wood via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Prince Charles Drive, Harrow Road /North Circular Rd, London Stonebridge, Maidstone, and King Street in around 13h 18m.

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