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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Dover

Showing times and prices for 26 Aug

Cheapest price

14S$

Average price

37S$

Fastest journey

3 h 15 m

Average duration

4 h 15 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

108 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Dover will cost around 37S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 14S$.

Fast coaches

Of the 8 buses that leave London for Dover every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 108 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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
    10:30 PM3h15
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    1:45 AMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
    14 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX007
    6:30 PM3h40
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    10:10 PMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
    14 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX007
    9:30 AM3h30
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    1:00 PMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
    17 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX007
    2:00 PM3h35
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    5:35 PMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
    17 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX032 · NX025 · NX007
    1:20 PM8h50
    London, Hammersmith Bridge Road
    10:10 PMDover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
    55 S$1One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach 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 coach with prices starting from 13S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 13S$, and a train costs an average of 19S$.

Distance: 108 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

18S$

Average Price

Cheapest

37S$

Average Price

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

Southeastern

Most popular train company

Direct Options

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

Live departures

London to Dover bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Dover coaches for today, Tuesday, 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX0079:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
1:00 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX032 · NX025 · NX00710:20 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road
7h15
5:35 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)2 changes
National ExpressNX032 · NX444 · NX00710:20 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road
7h15
5:35 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)2 changes
National ExpressNX032 · NX401 · NX0071:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road
8h50
10:10 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)2 changes
National ExpressNX032 · NX025 · NX0071:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road
8h50
10:10 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)2 changes
National ExpressNX0072:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h35
5:35 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0076:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h40
10:10 PM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX00710:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
1:45 AM Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Dover

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Buses from London to Dover run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 13S$ if you book in advance.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 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
Distance
108 km
Average bus duration
2h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
13S$
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
3h 5m
First bus
12:12 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
91 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

Bus providers: National Express from London to DoverYou can travel by bus between London to Dover with National Express for as low as 13S$. 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 Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
13S$
National Express frequency
5 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.

FAQs: London to Dover coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Dover by coach. 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 coach, 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 coach tickets from London to Dover can start from as little as 13S$ when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Dover is 18S$; 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 coach from London to Dover is 3h 5m to travel the 108 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Dover leaves at 12:12 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Dover leaves at 11:50 pm.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from London to Dover with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Dover, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Dover. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Dover and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from London , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Baker Street Station, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Elephant and Castle, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Lewisham, London, New Cross Gate, London, Eltham, London, Gloucester Place (Baker Street Station), London, Walworth, London, Kingsland Road / Middleton Road, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Lithos Road, London, Golders Green Station, London, St John's Wood, London, Marble Arch, London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Wembley Stadium (First Way) . When arriving in Dover , you can end your trip in coach stations like Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre), Folkestone, Middelburg Square .Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre), located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Dover from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Dover is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Dover including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Dover:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Dover for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Dover depends on the coach 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 coach with coach 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Dover.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Dover:
  • 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 coach ticket from London to Dover:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Dover.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Dover with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Dover with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Dover with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Dover

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

Departure bus stations in London
Arrival bus stations in Dover

Which London station do buses to Dover leave from?

Buses from London to Dover leave from London, Victoria Coach Station. The station is 2 km from London city centre at 164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre

London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · 17S$ · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · 3S$ · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · 3S$ · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · 3S$ · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · 2S$ · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · 3S$ · every ~26 min

London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services

London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

London, Baker Street StationLondon Baker Street Station, London NW1 5AL, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Baker Street Station from London city centre

London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

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London, Baker Street Station bus station facilities and services

London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.

London, Hammersmith Bridge RoadHammersmith Bridge Rd, London, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Hammersmith Bridge Road from London city centre

London, Hammersmith Bridge Road is 7 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN9 · 21m · 3S$ · every ~4 min
702 · 28m · 3S$ · every ~5 min
N9 · 28m · 3S$ · every ~4 min
N97 · 32m · 58S$ · every ~3 min
9, N9 · 44m · 3S$ · every ~26 min
27, N27 · 47m · 3S$ · every ~26 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 17m · 9S$ · every ~91 min

London, Hammersmith Bridge Road bus station facilities and services

London, Hammersmith Bridge Road 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 fast food outlets nearby.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road. ATMs are available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road: Wheelchair accessible.

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