The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gloucester to Dover
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gloucester to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Dover will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 1 buses that leave Gloucester for Dover every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 258 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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 coach and train for Gloucester to Dover
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 258 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gloucester to Dover
Buses from Gloucester to Dover run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 19:05. The fastest coach covers the 258 km distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 258 km |
Average bus duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 19:05 |
Bus providers: National Express from Gloucester to DoverYou can travel by bus between Gloucester to Dover with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Gloucester to Dover coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Dover 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 Dover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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