4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Dover
Cheapest price
£127
Average price
£128
Fastest journey
6 h 13 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
612 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Dover will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £127.
To travel from Edinburgh to Dover you need to make at least one change.
G25730+
P8597514:266h47Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:13Dover Priory (DVP)£1271One-way1 change
G80060+P8595612:006h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:14Dover Priory (DVP)£1291One-way1 change- G80072+P8596914:006h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:13Dover Priory (DVP)£1291One-way1 change
- C02012+P85708 · J9490213:306h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1291One-way2 changes
- C02008+J94904 · P8570212:306h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1291One-way2 changes
- G80072+P8596914:006h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:13Dover Priory (DVP)£1291One-way1 change
- G80060+P8595612:006h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:14Dover Priory (DVP)£1291One-way1 change
- G80066+P8596313:006h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:14Dover Priory (DVP)£1291One-way1 change
- C02012+P85708 · J9490213:306h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1291One-way2 changes
- C02008+J94904 · P8570212:306h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1291One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Dover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 612 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£91 Average Price | £54 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 28m Average total duration 12h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Dover train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Dover trains for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G25715+P85924 | 6:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h48 | 13:14 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
| G25715+P85664 · P89022 | 6:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h29 | 12:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| C02043+P85664 · P89022 | 6:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h25 | 12:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| G08176+P85924 | 7:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h14 | 13:14 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
| C02003+P85672 · P89028 | 7:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h25 | 13:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| G08179+P85931 | 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 14:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
| G25712+P85937 | 8:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h47 | 15:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
| C02016+P85678 · P89034 | 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h25 | 14:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| G08185+P85937 | 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 15:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
| C02005+P85684 · P89040 | 9:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h25 | 15:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| G80050+P85943 | 10:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 16:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
| C01979+P85955 | 12:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h14 | 18:14 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
| C02009+P85701 · P89061 | 12:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h25 | 18:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| G80068+P85962 | 13:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 19:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
| C02013+P85707 · P89069 | 13:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h25 | 19:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| G80074+P85968 | 14:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 20:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
| C02044+P85713 · P89076 | 14:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h25 | 20:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Dover
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Dover run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 612 km distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 612 km |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 21:48 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Dover trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Dover from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Dover train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Dover 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 Dover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Dover
Most Edinburgh to Dover trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Dover Priory station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Dover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Dover station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Dover Priory from Dover city centre
Dover Priory 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
Food and drink options are available at Dover Priory.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dover Priory.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dover Priory: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dover Priory: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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