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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Dover
Cheapest price
$118
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Dover will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport for Dover on Wed, Dec 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 7 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Heathrow Airport to Dover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €93.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€96 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Dover train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Dover trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:02 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h07 | 10:09 AM Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Southeastern operates all train services from London Heathrow Airport to Dover. Omio is the only official third party seller for Southeastern tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Dover.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Dover
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Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Dover run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€93) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 16:17. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€93) |
Trains per day 26 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 07:02 |
Last train 16:17 |
Train companies: Southeastern from London Heathrow Airport to Dover trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Dover from $22 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Dover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Dover by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Heathrow Airport to Dover
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- 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.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: There are waiting facilities on all platforms. Only available when staff present. Heated waiting room only on platform 1.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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