Nottingham to Dover train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Dover

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£68

Average price

£68

Fastest journey

5 h 3 m

Average duration

5 h 3 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

263 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nottingham to Dover will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Nottingham 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 trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 3 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 3 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.

East Midlands Trains
14:285h03
Nottingham
19:31Dover
£681One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach and train for Nottingham to Dover

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £58.

Distance: 263 km

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Coach

£108

Average Price

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 29m

Average total duration

6h 59m

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Nottingham to Dover train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Dover trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 07:10
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
southeastern07:43 Nottingham
4h12
11:55 Dover0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway08:50 Nottingham
3h23
12:13 Dover0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Dover

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Trains from Nottingham to Dover run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 3h 23m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance
263 km
Average train duration
2h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£58
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
3h 23m
First train
04:26
Last train
21:48
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15

Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Nottingham to Dover trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Dover from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 23m
Cheapest Price
£58
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Nottingham to Dover train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Nottingham to Dover is 263 km.
For a comprehensive visit, spending 2 to 3 days in Dover should suffice. This allows time to explore key attractions such as Dover Castle, the White Cliffs, and the Dover Museum.
The train journey from Nottingham to Dover covers a distance of 263 km and takes approximately 3h 23m. Trains run 7 per day.
The first train from Nottingham to Dover leaves at 4:26.
A day trip from Nottingham to Dover is not feasible, as the journey duration is 3h 23m. There are 7 trains per day covering a distance of 263 km.
In Dover, visitors can explore the historic Dover Castle with its medieval tunnels and panoramic views of the English Channel. The iconic White Cliffs of Dover offer scenic walking trails and stunning coastal vistas. For history enthusiasts, the Dover Museum showcases the town's history, including exhibits on the Bronze Age boat, while the Roman Painted House displays ancient Roman wall paintings. Samphire Hoe provides a unique nature reserve for walking and wildlife spotting. Additionally, you can explore the Dover Western Heights, take a boat tour to view the White Cliffs from the sea, visit the Dover Transport Museum, enjoy the picturesque Kearsney Abbey Gardens, and discover the South Foreland Lighthouse with guided tours and coastal views.
The last train from Nottingham to Dover departs at 21:48.
Booking trains from Nottingham to Dover in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Trains from Nottingham to Dover run approximately 7 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Dover can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £58, while the average price tends to be around £108.
The train journey from Nottingham to Dover offers varied scenery, including views of the English countryside, charming towns, and glimpses of the Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as you approach Dover.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to Dover.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Dover is by coach, costing approximately £15.
To get from Nottingham to Dover, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Dover.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Dover is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Dover Priory (DVP).
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Dover.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Dover.

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Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Dover

Nottingham
Dover
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Dover.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: none
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
  • 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: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Nottingham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.

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