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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Dorset is to bus which costs £70 - £120 and takes 13h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Dorset is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs £80 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland 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 15m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland 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 11m.

How far is it from Scotland to Dorset?

The distance between Scotland and Dorset is 397 miles. The road distance is 431.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 8h 11m and costs £150 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Scotland to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Scotland to Dorset train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Scotland to Dorset?

The best way to get from Scotland to Dorset is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs £80 - £230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £150 - £330 and takes 8h 11m, you could also bus, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 13h 15m.

Where does the Scotland to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Scotland to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Dorset?

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

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2454+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Dorset by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bournemouth Airport
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH)plane EDI - BOH
3h 36m
£82–224
Fly Glasgow Airport to Southampton Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
6h 35m
£65–224
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 11m
£151–330
Bus
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 15m
£71–117
Drive 429.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Dorsetcar 429.3 mi
7h 34m
£106–153
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
7h 22m
£110–248
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
8h 9m
£70–172
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
8h 26m
£78–192
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Wolverhamptontrain
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Basingstoketrain
4. Take the train from Basingstoke to Moreton (Dorset)train
10h 48m
£194–318
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 54m
£248–378

Scotland to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 394.5 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Scotland and Dorset, England?

Ryanair UK flies from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH) 4 times a week. Alternatively, 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 11m.

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