The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Dover
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
9 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Dover will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 buses that leave Liverpool for Dover every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 386 km distance in an average of 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 35 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 Liverpool to Dover
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 386 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price |
9h 54m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Dover bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Dover coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:10 Liverpool | 11h10 | 22:20 Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:05 Liverpool | 9h55 | 01:00 Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 07:30 Liverpool | 11h35 | 19:05 Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Dover
Buses from Liverpool to Dover run on average 13 times per day, taking around 9h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:43, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 386 km distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 386 km |
Average bus duration 9h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 00:43 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Liverpool to DoverYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Dover with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool to Dover coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Dover
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
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