Plymouth to Dover train with Great Western Rail

Fri, Nov 07
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Dover

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$99

Average price

$153

Fastest journey

5 h 39 m

Average duration

5 h 57 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

392 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Plymouth to Dover will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Plymouth for Dover on Fri, Nov 07, 4 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 392 km distance in an average of 5 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 39 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 45 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.

Great Western Rail
07:16AM5h39
Plymouth
12:55PMDover
$991One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
09:15AM5h45
Plymouth
03:00PMDover
$1121One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
10:15AM6h45
Plymouth
05:00PMDover
$1931One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
07:35AM5h39
Plymouth
01:14PMDover
$2081One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Plymouth to Dover

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €26.

Distance: 243 miles (392 km)

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Flight

€113

Average price

€46

Average price

Cheapest

€121

Average price

5h 14m

Average total duration

4h 44m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 30m

Average total duration

10h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 21m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Plymouth to Dover train times

The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Dover trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 7:32 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_western7:16 AM Plymouth
5h39
12:55 PM Dover0 transfersDirect
great_western7:35 AM Plymouth
5h39
1:14 PM Dover0 transfersDirect
great_western9:15 AM Plymouth
5h45
3:00 PM Dover0 transfersDirect
great_western10:15 AM Plymouth
6h45
5:00 PM Dover0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to Dover

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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 $25 (€20)
Distance
243 miles (392 km)
Average train duration
4h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
$111 (€91)
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
5h 10m
First train
04:27
Last train
21:48

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Plymouth to Dover start from as low as $111 (€91) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $139 (€113) depending on the train type and class.
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 $25 (€20)

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Plymouth to Dover trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Plymouth and Dover from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
$60 (€49)
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at 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
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Plymouth to Dover

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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
The train from Plymouth to Dover takes 5h 10m and runs 7 per day.
Two to three days is sufficient to explore Dover's main attractions, including the White Cliffs, Dover Castle, and the nearby countryside.
The last train from Plymouth to Dover leaves at 9:48 PM.
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.
There is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to Dover.
Train ticket prices from Plymouth to Dover can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $111 (€91), while the average price is around $139 (€113).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Plymouth to Dover.
A day trip from Plymouth to Dover is not feasible since the journey takes 5h 10m. There are 7 trains per day covering a distance of 243 miles (392 km).
The train journey from Plymouth to Dover offers a variety of scenic views, including the picturesque landscapes of the South West, rolling hills, and glimpses of the English Channel, providing travelers with a pleasant visual experience.
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Dover is by bus, with a cost of around $25 (€20).
The distance by train from Plymouth to Dover is 243 miles (392 km).
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Dover is Plymouth station (PLY), which connects to Dover Priory (DVP).
The first train from Plymouth to Dover leaves at 4:27 AM.
There is no high speed train available from Plymouth to Dover.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Dover.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Plymouth to Dover

Plymouth
Dover
The major train station for departures in Plymouth is Devonport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Devonport for your trip from Plymouth to Dover.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Devonport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
DockyardParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Dockyard
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
  • 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 Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Plymouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

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