Train from Dover to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Dover to London on 26 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SoutheasternTrain
Dover Priory
London Waterloo EastCheapest
SoutheasternTrain
Dover Priory
St Pancras InternationalFastest
SoutheasternTrain
Snowdown
Victoria Rail StationNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
Snowdown
Victoria Rail StationNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
Snowdown
Victoria Rail StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Dover to London

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day
2h 55mAverage duration
102 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 157 - R 509Average duration2h 55m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 311 - R 2 524Average duration1h 50m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dover to London by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Dover to London?

    The cheapest train tickets from Dover to London start from R 311. The average price for this train route is around R 577. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Dover to London?

    The average train journey time from Dover to London is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 110 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 6m and is operated by Southeastern.

  3. Which train operators serve the Dover to London route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 39 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dover to London?

    The earliest train from Dover to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
23/03
R 792
24/03
R 1 061
Today
R 787
26/03
R 401
27/03
R 349
28/03
R 342
29/03
R 345
30/03
R 350
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dover to London was searched and found on 28 Mar 2026 with a price of R 342

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dover to London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 342 to R 2 354 for a train ticket from Dover to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 342, which is on 2026-03-28.

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