Facts about the transport from London to Dover
| Cheapest Transport | $15 |
| Fastest Transport | 58m |
| Earliest Departure | 8:04 AM |
| Latest Departure | 11:00 PM |
| Departures per day | 19 |
| Distance | 49 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | National Express, Southeastern |
London to Dover
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London to Dover Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | Southeastern | Standard | 08:04 | 09:13 | $33.19 | |
Train | UK Rail Connections | Standard | 08:31 | 10:13 | $168.55 | |
Train | UK Rail Connections | Standard | 08:57 | 10:44 | $226.03 | |
Train | Southeastern | Standard | 09:13 | 10:55 | $27.96 | |
Bus | National Express | Standard AC | 09:30 | 13:00 | $18.15 | |
Train | Southern | Standard | 09:54 | 13:01 | $312.55 | |
Train | London Overground | Standard | 10:17 | 13:31 | $312.55 | |
Train | UK Rail Connections | Standard | 10:33 | 12:31 | $226.03 | |
Train | Southern | Standard | 10:54 | 14:01 | $312.55 | |
Train | London Overground | Standard | 11:18 | 14:31 | $312.55 | |
Train | London Overground | Standard | 11:48 | 14:44 | $312.55 | |
Bus | National Express | Standard AC | 12:30 | 16:00 | $24.55 | |
Train | Southern | Standard | 13:56 | 17:01 | $312.55 | |
Train | Southeastern | Standard | 14:12 | 16:38 | $27.96 | |
Train | UK Rail Connections | Standard | 14:31 | 16:13 | $161.75 | |
Train | London Overground | Standard | 14:49 | 17:44 | $312.55 | |
Train | Southeastern | Standard | 15:07 | 16:13 | $35.90 | |
Train | UK Rail Connections | Standard | 15:31 | 17:16 | $161.75 | |
Train | London Overground | Standard | 15:48 | 18:44 | $312.55 | |
Bus | National Express | Standard AC | 16:30 | 20:25 | $27.76 |
How to get from London to Dover
Travelling between London and Dover is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 32.54 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 15.06.
How long does it take to get from London to Dover?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 4 hours to travel between London and Dover depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between London and Dover. Train will bring you to your destination in 58m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 3h 35m to reach Dover.
How much does it cost to get from London to Dover?
Travelling between London and Dover can be as cheap as USD 15.06 if you opt for a National Express bus and as expensive as USD 32.54 if you buy a Southeastern Train ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between London and Dover ?
- 14 from London to Dover starting from 08:04 St Pancrass International until 16:15 London Stratford International
- 5 from London to Dover starting from 09:30 Victoria Bus Station until 23:00 Victoria Bus Station
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from London to Dover.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from London to Dover overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between London and Dover
National Express
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from London to Dover?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus
Transportation from London to Dover
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Trains$ 27.07
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Buses$ 14.89
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available