4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dover to London
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dover to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to London will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 4 buses that leave Dover for London every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 108 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Dover to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dover to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 108 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dover to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to London coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX007 | Delayed 17:35 04:35Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h45 | 09:30 09:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | Delayed 17:35 09:15Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h35 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | Delayed 17:35 13:50Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h30 | 17:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | On time 17:50 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h30 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 November | |||||
| NX007 | 04:35 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h45 | 08:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 09:15 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) | 3h35 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dover to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Dover to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 108 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 108 km |
Average bus duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Bus providers: National Express from Dover to LondonYou can travel by bus between Dover to London with National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses From Dover To London: Journey Details
Buses offer a quick and convenient way to travel the 108 kilometres from Dover to London. National Express operates 11 direct services each day with the first leaving at 4:50 a.m. and the last departure at 8:00 p.m. Travel time ranges between 2 hours and 20 minutes and 3 hours and 10 minutes. The faster services make several stops including Dover Ferry Port, Whitfield, and Canterbury. The slower service calls at Folkestone, Hythe, Maidstone, and others.
Taking the Bus from Dover
Buses from Dover to London depart from Pencester Road near Market Square in the centre of town. Taxis may be scarce but many Stagecoach bus routes pass along this road providing extensive connections to other destinations in the city and around Kent. Dover Priory train station is located some 10 minutes walk away. Coaches also call at Dover Ferry Port but do not visit the cruise terminal which is about 1.4 kilometres away. The Ferry Port coach stop has waiting rooms, cafes and other facilities.
Getting into London by Bus
London is a modern, cosmopolitan city with a rich and royal history and a wealth of attractions. Along with great shopping and dining, visitors can enjoy the many green parks, celebrated monuments, world-famous museums, art galleries, concert halls and theatres. Buses from Dover to London terminate at the capital's main transport hub of Victoria Coach Station. The adjacent Victoria Bus Station is a major terminus for London buses. Many bus routes pass by the front of the coach station including the 22, 211, 239, C1 and C10, along with the N11 and N44 night buses. Nearby Eccleston Place features a taxi stand. Victoria mainline station, located 600 metres away, features the Gatwick Express and is on the Victoria, District and Circle underground lines.
FAQs: Dover to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover to London by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre), which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dover and London
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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