4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Dover
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Dover will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Southampton to Dover you need to make at least 2 changes.
G88594 · C09935 · W32584+
P890339:505h05Southampton Central (SOU)14:55Dover Priory (DVP)£321One-way3 changes- G88582 · C09946 · W32615+P890278:505h05Southampton Central (SOU)13:55Dover Priory (DVP)£331One-way3 changes
L80195+P8902710:003h55Southampton Central (SOU)13:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1071One-way1 change- L78764+G88386+P862719:004h09Southampton Central (SOU)13:09Dover Priory (DVP)£1071One-way2 changes
- L80068+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+P85671 · P8902710:303h25Southampton Central (SOU)13:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1071One-way3 changes
- L80068+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+P85671 · P8902710:303h25Southampton Central (SOU)13:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1071One-way3 changes
- L78760 · L81987+P85653 · P890158:303h27Southampton Central (SOU)11:57Dover Priory (DVP)£1191One-way4 changes
W34472+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+P85663 · P890219:153h40Southampton Central (SOU)12:55Dover Priory (DVP)£1071One-way4 changes- L78760+P85917+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International8:303h43Southampton Central (SOU)12:13Dover Priory (DVP)£1191One-way2 changes
- L80068+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+P8593010:303h43Southampton Central (SOU)14:13Dover Priory (DVP)£1071One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southampton to Dover
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 191 km
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4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton to Dover train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Dover trains for tomorrow, Thursday 30 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L78756+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+P85653 · P89015 | 8:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h57 | 11:57 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
| L78756+G88375+P86262 | 8:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h09 | 12:09 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
 G00855+L79347+G88051+P86262 | 8:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h54 | 12:09 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
| L78760 · L81987+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+P85653 | 8:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h27 | 11:57 Dover Priory (DVP) | 4 changes | |
| L78760+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+P85917 | 8:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h43 | 12:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| G88582 · C09946 · W32615+P89027 | 8:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h05 | 13:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
| L78764+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+P85663 · P89021 | 9:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h55 | 12:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
| L78764+G88386+P86271 | 9:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h09 | 13:09 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| G00858+L79358+G27397+P86271 | 9:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h54 | 13:09 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
| G00858+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+P85663 · P89021 | 9:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h40 | 12:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 4 changes | |
| L80064+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+P85923 | 9:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h43 | 13:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| G88594 · C09935 · W32584+P89033 | 9:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h05 | 14:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
| L80195+P89027 | 10:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h55 | 13:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
| L80195+Tube from London Waterloo to London Victoria+P86279 | 10:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h09 | 14:09 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| L80068+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+P85671 · P89027 | 10:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h25 | 13:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
| L80068+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+P85930 | 10:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h43 | 14:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Dover
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Trains from Southampton to Dover run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 22:48 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway, Southeastern from Southampton to Dover trainsSouthern, South Western Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Southampton and Dover from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Dover train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton and Dover
Most Southampton to Dover trains use the Southampton Central to Dover Priory station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Dover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Dover leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Dover station do trains from Southampton 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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