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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Scarborough is to bus which costs £40 - £140 and takes 12h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Scarborough is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £95 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Scarborough station. However, there are services departing from Pencester Road and arriving at Railway Station Stop V via London Victoria and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Scarborough via King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Dover to Scarborough?

The distance between Dover and Scarborough is 308 miles. The road distance is 289.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Scarborough without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Dover to Scarborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Scarborough bus from?

Dover to Scarborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pencester Road station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Scarborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Dover to Scarborough?

The best way to get from Dover to Scarborough is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £140 and takes 12h 3m.

Where does the Dover to Scarborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Scarborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Scarborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Scarborough is 289 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Dover to Scarborough.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Scarborough?

There are 1974+ hotels available in Scarborough.

Dover to Scarborough - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Dover to Scarborough by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Scarboroughtrain
4h 30m
£98–187
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Pencester Road to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 426 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Station Stop Vbus 843
12h 3m
£42–135
Drive 287.5 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Scarboroughcar 287.5 mi
5h 27m
£71–102
Train, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
4. Take the train from York to Scarboroughtrain
7h 8m
£137–436
Train via Doncaster
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Scarboroughtrain
6h 2m
£114–213
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Scarboroughtrain
8h 1m
£137–420

Dover to Scarborough by train

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Distance: 306.3 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Scarborough, England?

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Scarborough via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and York in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pencester Road to Railway Station Stop V via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 12h 3m.

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