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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dover to London

Showing times and prices for Jun 25

Cheapest price

$36

Average price

$44

Fastest journey

1 h 6 m

Average duration

1 h 27 m

Trains per day

Distance

108 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.

Fast trains

Of the 12 trains that leave Dover for London on Wed, Jun 25, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .

On Wed, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.

P19538

10:18AM2h03

Dover Priory (DVP)

12:21PMLondon Victoria (VIC)

$361One-way

0 transfers

P19616 · P18321

09:48AM1h53

Dover Priory (DVP)

11:41AMLondon Bridge (LBG)

$361One-way

1 transfer

P18320

10:28AM1h43

Dover Priory (DVP)

12:11PMLondon Bridge (LBG)

$361One-way

0 transfers

P18292

08:22AM1h49

Dover Priory (DVP)

10:11AMLondon Bridge (LBG)

$361One-way

0 transfers

P18322

09:22AM1h49

Dover Priory (DVP)

11:11AMLondon Bridge (LBG)

$361One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

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.

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€36 Average price	€20 Average price Cheapest
2h 24m Average duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 0m Average duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

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

Live departures

Dover to London train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 25

Last updated at 2:06 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
P19544_P19543	7:16 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	2h05	9:21 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0 transfersDirect
P18292	On time 7:22 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	1h49	9:11 AM London Bridge (LBG)	0 transfersDirect
P19618	On time 7:48 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	1h06	8:54 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	0 transfersDirect
P19542_P19541	7:50 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	2h01	9:51 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0 transfersDirect
P18284	On time 7:52 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	1h49	9:41 AM London Bridge (LBG)	0 transfersDirect
P18284 · P19686	On time 7:52 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	1h27	9:19 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	1 transfer
P19540	On time 8:18 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	2h03	10:21 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0 transfersDirect
P18322	On time 8:22 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	1h49	10:11 AM London Bridge (LBG)	0 transfersDirect
P19616 · P18321	On time 8:48 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	1h53	10:41 AM London Bridge (LBG)	1 transfer
P19616	On time 8:48 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	1h09	9:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP)	0 transfersDirect
P19538	On time 9:18 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	2h03	11:21 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0 transfersDirect
P18320	On time 9:28 AM Dover Priory (DVP)	1h43	11:11 AM London Bridge (LBG)	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Dover to London?

The best time to book your train from Dover to London is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Dover to London route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Dover to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Dover to London.

Trains

from $39

Buses

from $11

Journey information

Overview: Train from Dover to London

United Kingdom

Trains from Dover to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.

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

Bus from $11 (€9)

Distance

66 miles (107 km)

Average train duration

1h 54m

Cheapest ticket price

$18 (€15)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 6m

First train

04:27

Last train

22:48

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $11 (€9)

Train companies: Southeastern from Dover to London trains

For as little as $21 (€17) you can travel by train from Dover to London with Southeastern. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.

Southeastern from Dover to London train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: $21

FAQs: Trains from Dover to London

FAQs: Travel by train from Dover to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dover to London.

Cheap train tickets from Dover to London can start from as little as $18 (€14) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Dover to London is $37 (€30); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Dover to London train travel time is 1 h 6 min for the 66 mile (107 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Dover to London leaves at 12: 12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Dover to London leaves at 11: 54 PM.

Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from Dover to London with Southeastern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the route from Dover to London you can take a train with Southeastern. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Dover to London on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 54 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Dover Priory, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London St Pancras International, located 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to London from Dover is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 6 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Dover to London by train is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dover and London including taking a bus or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Dover to London

Dover

London

The major train station for departures in Dover is Dover Priory. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dover Priory for your trip from Dover to London.

Dover Priory Shopping

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Dover Priory station, Station Approach, off Folkestone Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 9SB

Phone Number

+44 3303339232

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 21:30 Sunday 06:15 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.

Shopping

Type of shops available: newspapers

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs via booking hall.
Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: At the front of the station
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

Toilets Location: platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: There are waiting facilities on all platforms. Only available when staff present. Heated waiting room only on platform 1.

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Platform 1
Storage CCTV: No

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements

Public transit options for Dover Priory

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt

The major train station for arrivals in London is London Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Victoria for your journey to London from Dover.

London Victoria Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU

Phone Number

+44 3450774224

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00

Distance to city center

1 km

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens

Public transit options for London Victoria

Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line

London Bridge Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

London Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX

Phone Number

+44 345 711 4141

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 01:00 Saturday 04:45 - 01:00 Sunday 05:25 - 01:00 Ticket office is located on the lower level concourse.

Distance to city center

2 km

Shopping

Type of shops available: Various shops, cafes and restaurants

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift
Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404
Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

Toilets Location: The toilets can be located on the lower concourse. A Changing Place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Bridge. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, shower facility, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The facility is located on the on the upper concourse and can be accessed from an accessible lift on the lower concourse, at street level or via a lift on the London Underground.　 If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the Changing Place room, please speak to a member of staff, contact our control centre on 02072341108 or press one of our assistance help points throughout the station so we can help you gain access. Changing Places is a campaign on behalf of people who are unable to use standard accessible toilets and are usually more spacious, fitted with advanced equipment and provide the user with a private, comfortable and hygienic space.
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Located in Station Approach.
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens

Public transit options for London Bridge

Onward travel information: The Bus Station is located directly outside the main entrance at upper level. There are also bus stops outside on Tooley Street. For further information on buses, a bus information kiosk is also located outside the main doors of the station at upper level.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London

London Waterloo East Shopping

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

London Waterloo East station, Sandell Street, London, SE1 8NH

Distance to city center

1 km

Shopping

Type of shops available: newspapers

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: No
Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to Waterloo East is only through use of lift at Waterloo Main. Ramps access to the platforms is steep. There is no ticket office. Full ticket office facilities available in Waterloo Main station. There is an entrance from Southwark underground station but this involves either steps or an escalator. There is also a step only access available from the Sandall Street entrance onto the overbridge connection between Waterloo East and Waterloo main stations. Taxis and direct road access only available from Waterloo main station which is connected via ramps and an overbridge to Waterloo East station.
Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
Accessible taxis: Accessible Black Cabs are available from the taxi rank adjacent to the Cab Road exit from Waterloo Main station.
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: On overbridge from Waterloo Main station
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Toilets Location: Platform B and C - Available during staffing hours
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Platform B and C - Available during staffing hours
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platform B and C Only available when staff present

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements

Public transit options for London Waterloo East

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus alighting point in Sandell Street.

London Charing Cross Shopping

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers.
Accessible public telephones: On the central passage in the main concourse
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the front of the station
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: On the concourse in front of the ticket office.
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

Toilets Location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse. Radar key for accessible toilets
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage location: Within car park and station forecourt
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens

Public transit options for London Charing Cross

Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.

London St Pancras International Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Pancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
Sun: 08:00 - 22:15

Wifi

Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.

Lockers

Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

The Betjeman Arms
AMT Coffee
The Booking Office
Carluccio’s
Chop’d
Greggs

Taxis

Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road

Accessibility

Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.

National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

The Standard
Kimpton Fitzroy London
Alhambra Hotel

Ticket Office

Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
Sun: 08:00 - 22:15

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Within car park
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Located on the lower level in the main hall.

Public transit options for London St Pancras International

Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139