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The cheapest and fastest buses from Dover to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 10

Cheapest price on Oct 10

€9

Average ticket price on Oct 10

€30

Fastest journey on Oct 10

3 h 5 m

Average journey duration on Oct 10

3 h 44 m

Buses on Oct 10

14

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 €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast buses

On Sat, Oct 10, we found 14 buses from Dover to London, including 4 direct services.

On Sat, Oct 10 the direct buses cover the 108 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .

On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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
    1:30 PM3h20
    Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
    4:50 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    €91One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX007
    5:15 AM3h05
    Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
    8:20 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    €101One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX007
    4:50 PM3h30
    Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
    8:20 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    €121One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX007
    8:00 AM3h20
    Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
    11:20 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX007 · NX040
    1:30 PM7h20
    Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
    8:50 PMLondon, Hammersmith Bridge Road
    €151One-way
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dover to London

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Buses from Dover to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €7 by train.

There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 67 miles (108 km) distance in 3h 5m.

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
Train from €7
Distance
67 miles (108 km)
Average bus duration
4h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
3h 5m
First bus
12:12 AM
Last bus
11:53 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
21 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
Train from €7

Dover to London Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:35AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
3h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
€25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:15AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
€9
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
07:10AM
Arrival Time
08:54AM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
€10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
€9
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
08:10AM
Arrival Time
09:54AM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
10:54AM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:15AM
Arrival Time
12:50PM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
€9
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
12:10PM
Arrival Time
01:54PM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
01:10PM
Arrival Time
02:54PM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:20PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
€9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
€9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:50PM
Arrival Time
05:20PM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
€8
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
03:54PM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
03:10PM
Arrival Time
04:54PM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
04:10PM
Arrival Time
05:54PM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:50PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
€9
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
05:10PM
Arrival Time
06:54PM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:50PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
€8
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
06:10PM
Arrival Time
07:54PM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
08:54PM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
08:10PM
Arrival Time
09:54PM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
Southeastern
Departure Time
09:10PM
Arrival Time
10:54PM
Duration
1h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€24

Live departures

Dover to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Dover to London buses for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX0071:20 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
3h30
4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX007 · NX035 · NX0321:20 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
7h00
8:20 PM London, Earl's Court2 transfers
National ExpressNX007 · NX025 · NX0321:20 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
7h00
8:20 PM London, Earl's Court2 transfers
National ExpressNX007 · NX0401:20 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
7h30
8:50 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX0074:50 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
3h30
8:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX007 · NX035 · NX0354:50 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
6h40
11:30 PM London, Earl's Court2 transfers
National ExpressNX007 · NX401 · NX0354:50 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
6h40
11:30 PM London, Earl's Court2 transfers
Saturday, October 10
National ExpressNX0075:15 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
3h05
8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX007 · NX444 · NX0355:15 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
5h40
10:55 AM London, Earl's Court2 transfers
National ExpressNX007 · NX444 · NX0305:15 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
5h40
10:55 AM London, Earl's Court2 transfers
National ExpressNX007 · NX0408:00 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
5h25
1:25 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX0078:00 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
3h20
11:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX007 · NX025 · NX0358:00 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
6h25
2:25 PM London, Earl's Court2 transfers
National ExpressNX007 · NX401 · NX0358:00 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
6h25
2:25 PM London, Earl's Court2 transfers

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Bus providers: National Express from Dover to LondonYou can travel by bus between Dover to London with National Express for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest National Express Price
€8
National Express frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

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Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.

FAQs: Bus from Dover to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover to London by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Dover to London can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Dover to London is €27 ; 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 bus from Dover to London is 3h 5m to travel the 67 miles (108 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Dover to London leaves at 12:12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Dover to London leaves at 11:53 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct buses a day from Dover to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Dover to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Dover and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Dover , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre), Folkestone, Middelburg Square . When arriving in London , you can end your journey in bus stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Baker Street Station, London, Earl's Court, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Elephant and Castle, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Eltham, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Lewisham, London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, St John's Wood, London, Kingsland Road / Middleton Road, London, Golders Green Station .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre), which is located around 0 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dover and London including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Dover to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Dover to London for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Dover to London depends on the bus companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Dover to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Dover to London:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Dover to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Dover to London.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Dover to London with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Dover to London with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Dover to London with the following bus company: National Express.
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Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Dover to London

Most Dover to London buses use the Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Baker Street Station. Use this guide to compare Dover and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Dover
Arrival bus stations in London

Which Dover station do buses to London leave from?

Buses from Dover to London leave from Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre). The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Dover city centre at Pencester Rd, Dover CT16, UK.
Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)Pencester Rd, Dover CT16, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) from Dover city centre

Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) is 1 km from Dover city centre. Public transport options include:

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Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) bus station facilities and services

Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several eateries within walking distance.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre). ATMs are available at Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre): Wheelchair accessible paths available.

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