Train from Dover to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Dover to London on 29 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SoutheasternTrain
Snowdown
Victoria Rail StationCheapest
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 3 ways to travel from Dover to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
109 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 149 - R 505Average duration2h 55m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 152 - R 2 340Average duration1h 49m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 130 - R 451Average duration1h 50m
5kg 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 152. The average price for this train route is around R 551. 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 49m, covering a distance of 107 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 37 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
26/01
R 750
27/01
R 766
Today
R 769
29/01
R 467
30/01
R 467
31/01
R 468
01/02
R 393
02/02
R 479
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dover to London was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 393

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 393 to R 2 270 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 393, which is on 2026-02-01.

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