The cheapest and fastest buses from Dover to London
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dover to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to London will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 4 buses that leave Dover for London on Thu, Jan 29, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 29 the direct buses cover the 108 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Thu, Jan 29 the slowest buses will take 3 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare bus and train for Dover to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dover to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 108 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€17 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price |
2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dover to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to London buses for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX007 | Delayed 10:10 PM 4:35 AMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h45 | 6:30 PM 6:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 | Delayed 10:10 PM 9:15 AMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h35 | 6:30 PM 6:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 | Delayed 10:10 PM 1:50 PMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h30 | 6:30 PM 6:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 | Delayed 10:10 PM 5:50 PMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h30 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 29 | |||||
NX007 | 4:35 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h45 | 8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 | 9:15 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h35 | 12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 | 1:50 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h30 | 5:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dover to London
Buses from Dover to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 108 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 108 km |
Average bus duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Bus providers: National Express from Dover to LondonYou can travel by bus between Dover to London with National Express for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dover to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover to London by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dover to London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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