How much is the train ticket from Dover to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Dover to London start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Dover to London?

The average train ride duration from Dover to London is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 68 miles (109 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 6m and is operated by Southeastern .

Which train operators service the Dover to London route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dover to London?

The earliest train departs from Dover to London at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:48pm.

Train Dover to London from $18

Next train departures

Next departures for Dover to London on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:25pm	Dover Priory	1h 59m	5:24pm	London Charing Cross	Cheapest
Train	7:18am	Dover Priory	1h 6m	8:24am	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Snowdown	1h 56m	8:56am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:28am	Snowdown	1h 58m	9:26am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:56am	Snowdown	1h 55m	9:51am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Dover to London on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:32am	Snowdown	1h 49m	9:21am	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	6:48pm	Dover Priory	1h 6m	7:54pm	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	8:32am	Snowdown	1h 49m	10:21am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	3:26pm	Snowdown	1h 55m	5:21pm	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	4:26pm	Snowdown	1h 55m	6:21pm	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Dover to London on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01am	Snowdown	2h 10m	9:11am	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	12:48pm	Dover Priory	1h 6m	1:54pm	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	7:01am	Snowdown	2h 7m	9:08am	St Pancras International	No tags
Train	8:01am	Snowdown	2h 5m	10:06am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	9:01am	Snowdown	2h 5m	11:06am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Dover to London on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:25pm	Dover Priory	1h 59m	5:24pm	London Charing Cross	Cheapest
Train	7:18am	Dover Priory	1h 6m	8:24am	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	7:02am	Snowdown	1h 54m	8:56am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:59am	Snowdown	1h 52m	9:51am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	3:32pm	Snowdown	1h 49m	5:21pm	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Dover to London on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:54pm	Dover Priory	2h	5:54pm	London Charing Cross	Cheapest
Train	7:18am	Dover Priory	1h 6m	8:24am	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	7:02am	Snowdown	1h 54m	8:56am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:59am	Snowdown	1h 52m	9:51am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	3:32pm	Snowdown	1h 49m	5:21pm	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Dover to London on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:25pm	Dover Priory	1h 59m	5:24pm	London Charing Cross	Cheapest
Train	7:18am	Dover Priory	1h 6m	8:24am	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	7:02am	Snowdown	1h 54m	8:56am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:59am	Snowdown	1h 52m	9:51am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	3:32pm	Snowdown	1h 49m	5:21pm	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Dover to London on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:58pm	Snowdown	1h 53m	5:51pm	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	7:18am	Dover Priory	1h 6m	8:24am	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	7:02am	Snowdown	1h 54m	8:56am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:59am	Snowdown	1h 52m	9:51am	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	3:32pm	Snowdown	1h 49m	5:21pm	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Dover to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

68 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $37	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $143	Average Duration1h 49m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $27	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Southeastern

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. Southeastern ticket prices on this trip start at $18

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dover to London by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Dover to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Dover to London start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dover to London?
The average train ride duration from Dover to London is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 68 miles (109 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 6m and is operated by Southeastern.
Which train operators service the Dover to London route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 41 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dover to London?
The earliest train departs from Dover to London at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:48pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$46

12/10

$46

Today

$47

12/12

$30

12/13

$28

12/14

$28

12/15

$32

12/16

$32

The cheapest trip from Dover to London was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $28

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

You can expect to pay from $28 to $136 for a train ticket from Dover to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-12-13.