Nottingham to Dover train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Dover

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$78

Average price

$137

Fastest journey

3 h 23 m

Average duration

3 h 34 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

263 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Nottingham to Dover will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Nottingham for Dover on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 44 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.

East Midlands Trains
07:11AM3h44
Nottingham
10:55AMDover
$781One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
11:50AM3h23
Nottingham
03:13PMDover
$1951One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Dover

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham 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 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €63.

Distance: 163 miles (263 km)

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Train
Bus

€118

Average price

€20

Average price

Cheapest

3h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 29m

Average total duration

6h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

East Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

Live departures

Nottingham to Dover train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Dover trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:19 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
east_midlands_railway1:50 PM Nottingham
3h25
5:15 PM Dover0 transfersDirect
Friday, November 7
east_midlands_railway7:11 AM Nottingham
3h44
10:55 AM Dover0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Dover

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Trains from Nottingham to Dover run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 3h 23m.

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 $21 (€17)
Distance
163 miles (263 km)
Average train duration
2h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
$78 (€63)
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
3h 23m
First train
04:26
Last train
21:48
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 $21 (€17)

Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Nottingham to Dover trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Dover from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 23m
Cheapest Price
$78 (€63)
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Dover

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

FAQs
In Dover, you can explore the Dover Western Heights for historical fortifications and views, take a boat tour to see the White Cliffs, and visit the Dover Transport Museum for vintage vehicles. Enjoy Kearsney Abbey Gardens and discover the South Foreland Lighthouse. Don't miss Dover Castle with its medieval tunnels, the iconic White Cliffs, Dover Museum, Samphire Hoe nature reserve, and the Roman Painted House with ancient wall paintings.
The train from Nottingham to Dover takes 3h 23m and runs 7 per day.
The last train from Nottingham to Dover leaves at 9:48 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Nottingham to Dover.
Two to three days is sufficient to explore Dover's main attractions, including the White Cliffs, Dover Castle, and the nearby countryside.
There is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Dover.
The distance by train from Nottingham to Dover is 163 miles (263 km).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Nottingham to Dover.
Train ticket prices from Nottingham to Dover can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $78 (€63), while the average price is around $145 (€118).
A day trip from Nottingham to Dover is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 23m. However, trains run 7 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Dover is by bus, with a cost of around $21 (€17).
The first train from Nottingham to Dover leaves at 4:26 AM.
The train journey from Nottingham to Dover offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the picturesque countryside of the Midlands and Kent, which includes charming villages, rolling hills, and some historic landmarks, making parts of the trip quite scenic.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Dover is Nottingham station (NOT), which connects to Dover Priory (DVP).
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Dover.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Nottingham to Dover

Nottingham
Dover
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Dover.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: none
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Nottingham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.

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