The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Dover
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£179
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £179 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
To travel from Liverpool to Dover you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34234+
P85930+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International10:084h05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:13Dover Priory (DVP)£841One-way2 changes
W34119+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P85671 · P890279:434h12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1041One-way3 changes
W34182+
P85677+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P8903310:434h12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1041One-way3 changes
W34089+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
C16920+
P856638:104h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:55Dover Priory (DVP)£2361One-way4 changes
W34170+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P859238:434h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:13Dover Priory (DVP)£2731One-way2 changes
W34234+
P85930+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International10:084h05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:13Dover Priory (DVP)£841One-way2 changes
W33955+
P85917+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International8:074h06Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:13Dover Priory (DVP)£2731One-way2 changes
W34119+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P85671 · P890279:434h12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1041One-way3 changes
W34182+
P85677+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P8903310:434h12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1041One-way3 changes
W34170+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
P859238:434h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:13Dover Priory (DVP)£2731One-way2 changes
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 41m. 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 £46.
Distance: 386 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£90 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Dover train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Dover trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33955+ P85917+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 8:07 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h06 | 12:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
W34089+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P89021+ C16920 | 8:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h45 | 12:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 4 changes | |
W34170+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85923 | 8:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h30 | 13:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
W34119+ P89027+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85671 | 9:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h12 | 13:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
W34234+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85930 | 10:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h05 | 14:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
W34182+ P89033+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85677 | 10:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h12 | 14:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Dover
Trains from Liverpool to Dover run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 386 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 386 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 19:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Dover trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Dover from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool to Dover train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool and Dover
Most Liverpool to Dover trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Dover Priory station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Dover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Getting to Waterloo (Merseyside) from Liverpool city centre
Waterloo (Merseyside) is 7 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Waterloo (Merseyside) train station facilities and services
Waterloo (Merseyside) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Waterloo (Merseyside). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Waterloo (Merseyside): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Waterloo (Merseyside): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Waterloo (Merseyside): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Dover station do trains from Liverpool 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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