London to Dover bus with National Express

Wed, Feb 04
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The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Dover

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€10

Average price

€12

Fastest journey

3 h 15 m

Average duration

3 h 30 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

108 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Dover will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.

Fast buses

Of the 4 buses that leave London for Dover on Wed, Feb 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 108 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.

National ExpressNX007
10:30PM3h15
London, Victoria Coach Station
01:45AMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
101One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX007
09:30AM3h30
London, Victoria Coach Station
01:00PMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
111One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX007
02:00PM3h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
05:35PMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
141One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX007
06:30PM3h40
London, Victoria Coach Station
10:10PMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
151One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London to Dover

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Dover 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 31m. 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 €14.

Distance: 108 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€11

Average price

Cheapest

€34

Average price

2h 55m

Average total duration

2h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Southeastern

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

London to Dover bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Dover buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 3:31 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX0076:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h40
10:10 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX00710:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
1:45 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, February 4
national_expressNX0079:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
1:00 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0072:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h35
5:35 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Dover

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Buses from London to Dover run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. 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 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 108 km distance in 3h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
108 km
Average bus duration
2h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
3h 0m
First bus
00:12
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from London to DoverYou can travel by bus between London to Dover with National Express for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
€8
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bus from London to Dover

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Dover 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 Dover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Dover can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Dover is €11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London to Dover is 3h 0m to travel the 108 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Dover leaves at 12:12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Dover leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from London to Dover with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Dover, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Dover. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Dover and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Dover from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Dover is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Dover including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Dover:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Dover for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Dover depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Dover.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Dover:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Dover:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Dover.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Dover with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Dover with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Dover with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from London to Dover

London
Dover
The major bus station for departures in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip from London to Dover.
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
22 km
carConnection
Car connection
Great South West Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret A Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
  • Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly

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