What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Dorset is to bus which costs £60 - £110 and takes 13h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Dorset is to bus and fly which takes 4h and costs £80 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Dorset?

The distance between Glasgow and Dorset is 430 miles. The road distance is 431.8 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs £150 - £340.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Dorset?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Glasgow to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Dorset bus from?

Glasgow to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to Dorset?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Dorset is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs £150 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £110 and takes 13h 5m.

Where does the Glasgow to Dorset bus arrive?

Glasgow to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Glasgow to Dorset train arrive?

Glasgow to Dorset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Dorset is 432 miles. It takes approximately 7h 34m to drive from Glasgow to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2453+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 12 ways to get from Glasgow to Dorset by bus, plane, train, or car

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Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bournemouth Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH)plane EDI - BOH
4h
£82–225
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G3
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
13h 5m
£64–110
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
8h 12m
£152–332
Drive 429.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Dorsetcar 429.3 mi
7h 34m
£107–155
Fly Glasgow Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
6h 26m
£64–234
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
7h 53m
£69–177
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
7h 40m
£103–259
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus
7h 47m
£81–310
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
8h 42m
£76–192
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Winchestertrain
3. Take the train from Winchester to Weymouthtrain
11h 28m
£190–315
Train #2
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
12h 53m
£248–377
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Gloucesterbus
3. Take the train from Gloucester to Weymouthtrain
14h 45m
£90–154

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH) flights

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Distance: 427.8 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Dorset via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 8h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station in around 13h 5m.

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