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Deal Maritime and Local History Museum
A local history museum covering Deal’s maritime past, lifeboats, smuggling stories and wartime memories in the heart of the old town.
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P85917The table below shows live departures for Dover to Deal trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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P88994 | On time 8:27 Dover Priory (DVP) | 0h17 | 8:44 Deal station (DEA) | 0 changesdirect | |
P85894 | On time 9:14 Dover Priory (DVP) | 0h17 | 9:31 Deal station (DEA) | 0 changesdirect | |
P85902 | On time 10:14 Dover Priory (DVP) | 0h17 | 10:31 Deal station (DEA) | 0 changesdirect | |
P85910 | On time 11:14 Dover Priory (DVP) | 0h17 | 11:31 Deal station (DEA) | 0 changesdirect | |
P85917 | On time 12:14 Dover Priory (DVP) | 0h17 | 12:31 Deal station (DEA) | 0 changesdirect | |
P85923 | On time 13:14 Dover Priory (DVP) | 0h17 | 13:31 Deal station (DEA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
P85992 | 0:15 Dover Priory (DVP) | 0h17 | 0:32 Deal station (DEA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Dover to Deal run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 17m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Deal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Deal trip today.
A local history museum covering Deal’s maritime past, lifeboats, smuggling stories and wartime memories in the heart of the old town.
A small volunteer-run museum in a Victorian tower charting the history of the Deal, Walmer and Kingsdown lifeboat service.
A historic artillery fort with museum displays on Tudor coastal defence, making it both a monument and an interpretive heritage site.
Deal’s long pebble beach and promenade are ideal for sea views, gentle walks, colourful houses and classic English Channel atmosphere.
A traditional pier walk with open sea views and a lively end platform, making it one of the town’s most recognisable strolling spots.
A charming street of narrow lanes and period houses near the beach, popular for exploring the older character of the town.
Fresh oysters from the nearby Kent coast, long prized for their clean, briny flavour and strong link to local fishing and shellfish traditions.
Classic English fish and chips, often made with cod or haddock, reflecting Deal’s long seaside and fishing heritage.
A traditional Kent pie filled with beef, potatoes and onions. It is a hearty county favourite found across East Kent.
Modern British restaurant in Deal known for seasonal cooking, seafood and a relaxed bistro atmosphere near the seafront.
Well-known local chippy serving classic fish and chips and other takeaway favourites close to Deal seafront.
Stylish restaurant and bar offering modern British plates, brunch and drinks in a central Deal setting.
Deal is moderately priced for south-east England; lodging and dining cost less than London, but more than many smaller UK towns. Local buses and short rail trips are manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. In cafés, small change or no tip is fine.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover to Deal by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Deal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dover to Deal trains use the Dover Priory to Deal station pair. Use this guide to compare Dover and Deal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dover Priory has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Dover Priory.
ATMs are available at Dover Priory.
Ticket office support is available at Dover Priory. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dover Priory: Parking, WC.
Available at Dover Priory: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dover Priory: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs via booking hall, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: At the front of the station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Deal has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Deal.
Ticket office support is available at Deal. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deal: Parking, WC.
Available at Deal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Deal: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London via main entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London, via path down from London Road. Step free interchange via road and steep paths is in excess of 400 metres. Stepped access between platform via the footbridge, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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