London to Dover train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Dover

Showing times and prices for Aug 29

Cheapest price

€14

Average price

€23

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 6 m

Trains per day

69

Distance

108 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast trains

Of the 69 trains that leave London for Dover on Sat, Aug 29, 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.

  • SoutheasternP89016
    10:13 AM1h42
    London Bridge (LBG)
    11:55 AMDover Priory (DVP)
    141One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP85911
    10:04 AM1h09
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    11:13 AMDover Priory (DVP)
    171One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP88662 · P88984
    5:55 AM2h18
    London Victoria (VIC)
    8:13 AMDover Priory (DVP)
    181One-way
    1 transfer
  • SoutheasternP89061
    5:13 PM1h42
    London Bridge (LBG)
    6:55 PMDover Priory (DVP)
    201One-way
    0 transfers
  • SoutheasternP86294
    2:10 PM1h59
    London Victoria (VIC)
    4:09 PMDover Priory (DVP)
    201One-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 2h 30m. 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 €12.

Distance: 108 km

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Bus

€23

Average price

€12

Average price

Cheapest

3h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Southeastern

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National Express

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Direct Options

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

Live departures

London to Dover train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Dover trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SoutheasternP87892
On time
5:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h20
8:02 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86238_P86240+ThameslinkC22602+SouthernW32590
On time
5:56 AM London Bridge (LBG)
2h46
8:42 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
2 transfers
SoutheasternP88409 · P89126 · P88995
On time
5:57 AM London Victoria (VIC)
3h06
9:03 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
2 transfers
SoutheasternP889946:33 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h52
8:25 AM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86238_P862406:40 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h02
8:42 AM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP858887:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
8:13 AM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86241
On time
7:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h59
9:09 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP88995
On time
7:13 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h50
9:03 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85628 · P88995
On time
7:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h24
9:03 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP85894
On time
8:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h09
9:13 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89003
On time
8:10 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h56
10:06 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86247
On time
8:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h59
10:09 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85636 · P89003
On time
8:40 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h26
10:06 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP85902
On time
9:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
10:13 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86254
On time
9:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h59
11:09 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP890099:13 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h43
10:56 AM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85643 · P890099:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h20
10:56 AM Dover Priory (DVP)1 transfer
SoutheasternP8591010:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
11:13 AM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86262
On time
10:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h59
12:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89015
On time
10:13 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h42
11:55 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85653 · P89015
On time
10:40 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h15
11:55 AM Dover Priory (DVP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP8591711:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
12:13 PM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86271
On time
11:10 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h59
1:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89021
On time
11:13 AM London Bridge (LBG)
1h42
12:55 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85663 · P89021
On time
11:37 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h18
12:55 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP8592312:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h09
1:13 PM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86279
On time
12:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h59
2:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89027
On time
12:13 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h42
1:55 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85671 · P89027
On time
12:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h15
1:55 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP85930
On time
1:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
2:13 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86286
On time
1:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h59
3:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89033
On time
1:13 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h42
2:55 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85677 · P89033
On time
1:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h15
2:55 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP859362:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
3:13 PM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86293
On time
2:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h59
4:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89039
On time
2:13 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h47
4:00 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86296
On time
2:40 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h56
4:36 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85683 · P89039
On time
2:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h20
4:00 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP859423:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h06
4:13 PM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86301
On time
3:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h02
5:12 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89045
On time
3:13 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h47
5:00 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85689 · P89045
On time
3:37 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h23
5:00 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP86305
On time
3:40 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h59
5:39 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85948
On time
4:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h10
5:14 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86310
On time
4:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
2h02
6:12 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89052
On time
4:13 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h47
6:00 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85695 · P89052
On time
4:37 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h23
6:00 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP85394
On time
4:46 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h55
6:41 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP859545:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h08
6:15 PM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP859738:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h07
9:14 PM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP863388:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h59
10:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP89082
On time
8:13 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1h48
10:01 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85718 · P89082
On time
8:40 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h21
10:01 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
1 transfer
SoutheasternP859799:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h07
10:14 PM Dover Priory (DVP)0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP86344
On time
9:10 PM London Victoria (VIC)
1h59
11:09 PM Dover Priory (DVP)
0 transfersDirect
SoutheasternP85746 · P89108_P8911112:12 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
1h22
1:34 AM Dover Priory (DVP)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Dover

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Trains from London to Dover run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 1h 6m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Distance
108 km
Average train duration
2h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
€12
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 6m
First train
12:12 AM
Last train
11:49 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
35 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8

Train companies: Southeastern from London to Dover trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between London and Dover from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest Price
€12
Southeastern frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Trains from London to Dover

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Dover can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Dover is €23; 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 train from London to Dover is 1h 6m to travel the 108 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London to Dover leaves at 12:12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Dover leaves at 11:49 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from London to Dover with Southeastern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Dover, you can count on Southeastern for the best way to get you to Dover. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Dover and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Dover from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 6m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London to Dover is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Dover including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Dover

Most London to Dover trains use the London St Pancras International to Dover Priory station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Dover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Dover
London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre

Bus91, N91 · 23m · €11 · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · €2 · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · €2 · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · €2 · every ~91 min

London St Pancras International train station facilities and services

London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.

London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · €2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · €2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · €2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · €2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · €4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · €1 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · €2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

London BridgeLondon Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX+44 345 711 4141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Bridge from London city centre

London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Charing Cross - Hayes, London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks, London Charing Cross - Gravesend, London Charing Cross - Dartford, London Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells, London Charing Cross - Ramsgate, London Charing Cross - Maidstone East, London Charing Cross - Hastings, London Charing Cross - Dover Priory, London Charing Cross - Ashford International, London Charing Cross - Chislehurst, London Charing Cross - Sidcup, London Charing Cross - Minster, London Charing Cross - Folkestone Central, London Charing Cross - Headcorn, London Charing Cross - Orpington, London Charing Cross - Gillingham, London Charing Cross - London Cannon Street, London Charing Cross - Bromley South, London Charing Cross - Canterbury West, London Charing Cross - Tonbridge, London Charing Cross - Slade Green, London Charing Cross - Lewisham · 12m · €1 · every ~36 min
London Victoria - London Bridge · 58m · €11 · every ~4 min
BusN381, 381 · 12m · €2 · every ~24 min
N21 · 14m · €4 · every ~2 min
SubwayJubilee · 5m · €2 · every ~71 min

London Bridge train station facilities and services

London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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