4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Dover
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€14
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€14
Fastest journey on Sep 19
32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
32 m
Trains on Sep 19
6
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Dover will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 6 trains from Canterbury to Dover, including 6 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 32 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.
J097728:59 AM0h32Canterbury East (CBE)9:31 AMDover Priory (DVP)€141One-way0 transfers- J097689:59 AM0h32Canterbury East (CBE)10:31 AMDover Priory (DVP)€141One-way0 transfers
- J246767:59 AM0h32Canterbury East (CBE)8:31 AMDover Priory (DVP)€141One-way0 transfers
- J097492:59 PM0h32Canterbury East (CBE)3:31 PMDover Priory (DVP)€141One-way0 transfers
- J0975612:59 PM0h32Canterbury East (CBE)1:31 PMDover Priory (DVP)€141One-way0 transfers
- J097728:59 AM0h32Canterbury East (CBE)9:31 AMDover Priory (DVP)€141One-way0 transfers
- J097689:59 AM0h32Canterbury East (CBE)10:31 AMDover Priory (DVP)€141One-way0 transfers
- J246767:59 AM0h32Canterbury East (CBE)8:31 AMDover Priory (DVP)€141One-way0 transfers
- J097492:59 PM0h32Canterbury East (CBE)3:31 PMDover Priory (DVP)€141One-way0 transfers
- J0975612:59 PM0h32Canterbury East (CBE)1:31 PMDover Priory (DVP)€141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Canterbury to Dover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€13 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury to Dover:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury to Dover costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Dover take longer:
Bus takes on average 43m.
Live departures
Canterbury to Dover train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Dover trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P86262 | On time 11:40 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0h29 | 12:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P86271 | On time 12:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0h29 | 1:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P86279 | On time 1:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0h29 | 2:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P86286 | On time 2:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0h29 | 3:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P86293 | On time 3:40 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0h29 | 4:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P86296 | On time 4:07 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0h29 | 4:36 PM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P86301 | On time 4:44 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0h28 | 5:12 PM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| J24676 | 7:59 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0h32 | 8:31 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| J09772 | 8:59 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0h32 | 9:31 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| J09768 | 9:59 AM Canterbury East (CBE) | 0h32 | 10:31 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Dover
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Trains from Canterbury to Dover run on average 6 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 25m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury to Dover trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Dover from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Canterbury to Dover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Dover by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Canterbury to Dover
Most Canterbury to Dover trains use the Canterbury East to Dover Priory station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Dover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Canterbury station do trains to Dover leave from?
Getting to Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury East train station facilities and services
Canterbury East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Dover station do trains from Canterbury arrive at?
Getting to Dover Priory from Dover city centre
Dover Priory train station facilities and services
Dover Priory has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dover Priory.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dover Priory.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dover Priory. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dover Priory: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dover Priory: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dover Priory: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs via booking hall, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: At the front of the station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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