How much is the train ticket from Dover to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Dover to London start from R 313. The average price for this train route is around R 595. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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 100 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 6m and is operated by Southeastern .

Which train operators serve the Dover to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 40 trains available per day.

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.

Train Dover to London from R 301

Next train departures

Next departures from Dover to London on 22 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:00	Dover Priory	1h 51m	09:51	London Charing Cross	Cheapest
Train	07:45	Dover Priory	1h 9m	08:54	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	09:00	Dover Priory	1h 51m	10:51	London Charing Cross	No tags
Train	10:00	Dover Priory	1h 51m	11:51	London Charing Cross	No tags
Train	15:00	Dover Priory	1h 51m	16:51	London Charing Cross	No tags

Next departures from Dover to London on 23 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:24	Dover Priory	2h	18:24	London Charing Cross	Cheapest
Train	07:18	Dover Priory	1h 6m	08:24	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	07:02	Snowdown	1h 54m	08:56	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Snowdown	1h 56m	09:26	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:59	Snowdown	1h 52m	09:51	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Dover to London on 24 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:18	Dover Priory	2h 4m	18:22	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	07:18	Dover Priory	1h 6m	08:24	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	07:02	Snowdown	1h 54m	08:56	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Snowdown	1h 56m	09:26	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:59	Snowdown	1h 52m	09:51	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Dover to London on 25 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:24	Dover Priory	1h 53m	19:17	London Waterloo East	Cheapest
Train	07:18	Dover Priory	1h 6m	08:24	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	07:02	Snowdown	1h 54m	08:56	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Snowdown	1h 56m	09:26	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:59	Snowdown	1h 52m	09:51	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Dover to London on 26 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:52	Dover Priory	1h 55m	10:47	London Waterloo East	Cheapest
Train	07:18	Dover Priory	1h 6m	08:24	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	07:02	Snowdown	1h 54m	08:56	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Snowdown	1h 56m	09:26	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:59	Snowdown	1h 52m	09:51	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Dover to London on 27 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:18	Dover Priory	2h 4m	18:22	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	07:18	Dover Priory	1h 6m	08:24	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	07:02	Snowdown	1h 54m	08:56	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Snowdown	1h 56m	09:26	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:59	Snowdown	1h 52m	09:51	Victoria Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Dover to London on 28 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:32	Snowdown	1h 49m	17:21	Victoria Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	07:48	Dover Priory	1h 6m	08:54	St Pancras International	Fastest
Train	07:32	Snowdown	1h 49m	09:21	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	08:32	Snowdown	1h 49m	10:21	Victoria Rail Station	No tags
Train	16:32	Snowdown	1h 49m	18:21	Victoria Rail Station	No 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 158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

2h 55mAverage duration

100 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 158 - R 542	Average duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 313 - R 2 540	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Southeastern

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained about the value for money. Southeastern ticket prices on this trip start at R 313

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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.

How much is the train ticket from Dover to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Dover to London start from R 313. The average price for this train route is around R 595. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
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 100 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 6m and is operated by Southeastern.
Which train operators serve the Dover to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 40 trains available per day.
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

19/03

R 790

20/03

R 796

Today

R 1 077

22/03

R 353

23/03

R 301

24/03

R 301

25/03

R 301

26/03

R 353

The cheapest trip from Dover to London was searched and found on 23 Mar 2026 with a price of R 301

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 301 to R 2 369 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 301, which is on 2026-03-23.