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The cheapest and fastest buses from Dover to London

Showing times and prices for Jun 23

Cheapest price

$17

Average price

$22

Fastest journey

3 h 30 m

Average duration

3 h 35 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

108 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Dover to London will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.

Fast buses

Of the 4 buses that leave Dover for London on Mon, Jun 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 23 the direct buses cover the 108 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .

On Mon, Jun 23 the slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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
04:35AM3h45
Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
08:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$171One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX007
04:50PM3h30
Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
08:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$181One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX007
01:20PM3h30
Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
04:50PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$191One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX007
07:45AM3h35
Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
11:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$331One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus and train for Dover to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dover to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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€20

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€36

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4h 0m

Average duration

3h 30m

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Additional time*

2h 24m

Average duration

Fastest

1h 54m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Dover to London bus times

Showing buses for today, Sunday, June 22
Last updated at 12:12 AM
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national_expressNX0074:15 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
3h05
7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0077:00 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
3h20
10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX00712:30 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
3h20
3:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dover to London

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Buses from Dover to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
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
66 miles (107 km)
Average bus duration
3h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€9)
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
1h 42m
First bus
04:35
Last bus
19:12
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 companies: National Express and Southeastern from Dover to London

Buy your official National Express and Southeastern bus tickets to London from Dover from $13 (€11) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus to London from Dover, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from Dover to London bus information:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 40 min
  • Cheapest Price: $13

Buses From Dover To London: Journey Details

Buses offer a quick and convenient way to travel the 67 miles from Dover to London. National Express operates 11 direct services each day with the first leaving at 4:50 a.m. and the last departure at 8:00 p.m. Travel time ranges between 2 hours and 20 minutes and 3 hours and 10 minutes. The faster services make several stops including Dover Ferry Port, Whitfield, and Canterbury. The slower service calls at Folkestone, Hythe, Maidstone, and others.

Taking the Bus from Dover

Buses from Dover to London depart from Pencester Road near Market Square in the centre of town. cabs may be scarce but many Stagecoach bus routes pass along this road providing extensive connections to other destinations in the city and around Kent. Dover Priory train station is located some 10 minutes walk away. Coaches also call at Dover Ferry Port but do not visit the cruise terminal which is about 1 mile away. The Ferry Port coach stop has waiting rooms, cafes and other facilities.

Getting into London by Bus

London is a modern, cosmopolitan city with a rich and royal history and a wealth of attractions. Along with great shopping and dining, visitors can enjoy the many green parks, celebrated monuments, world-famous museums, art galleries, concert halls and theatres. Buses from Dover to London terminate at the capital's main transport hub of Victoria Coach Station. The adjacent Victoria Bus Station is a major terminus for London buses. Many bus routes pass by the front of the coach station including the 22, 211, 239, C1 and C10, along with the N11 and N44 night buses. Nearby Eccleston Place features a cab stand. Victoria mainline station, located 600 metres away, features the Gatwick Express and is on the Victoria, District and Circle underground lines.

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Popular bus stations from Dover to London

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The major bus station for departures in Dover is Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) for your trip from Dover to London.
Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
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The major bus station for arrivals 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 to London from Dover.
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
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Distance to city center
2 km
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Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
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  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
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Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
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  • 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
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