Train from London to Dover: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Dover on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SoutheasternTrain
Victoria Rail Station
SnowdownCheapest
SoutheasternTrain
St Pancras International
Dover PrioryFastest
SoutheasternTrain
Victoria Rail Station
SnowdownNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
Victoria Rail Station
SnowdownNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
Victoria Rail Station
SnowdownNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:23 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Dover

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dover. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
109 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 155 - R 626Average duration3h
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 340 - R 1 531Average duration1h 50m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 136 - R 370Average duration1h 50m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Dover by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from London to Dover?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Dover start from R 340. The average price for this train route is around R 624. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Dover?

    The average train journey time from London to Dover is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 106 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by Southeastern.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Dover route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 41 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Dover?

    The earliest train from London to Dover departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
R 487
11/12
R 327
Today
R 496
13/12
R 347
14/12
R 496
15/12
R 397
16/12
R 509
17/12
R 496
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Dover was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 327

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Dover as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 327 to R 1 462 for a train ticket from London to Dover based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 347, which is on 2025-12-13.

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