The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP)
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP) will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 3 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Dover Priory (DVP) on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 37 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 train and bus for Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€42 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:18 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h37 | 10:55 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h43 | 9:13 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h06 | 10:55 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 07:50. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€35) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 07:50 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southeastern, Cross Country from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP) trainsSouth Western Railway, Southeastern, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Dover Priory (DVP) from $18 (€14). 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 Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP) 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 Priory (DVP), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dover Priory (DVP)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- 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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