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Secret Wartime Tunnels
Interactive wartime tunnels beneath Dover Castle covering evacuation, defence and command operations. A compelling underground experience.
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£83
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£87
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
3 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
4 h
Trains on 13 Sept
6
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 £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
To travel from Southampton to Dover you need to make at least one change.
L80137+
P87977+
W04943
L78770+
P85925+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International
L78774+
P89029
L78770+
P89023
L78774+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+
P85932
L78770+
P85925+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International
L78774+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+
P85932
L78774+
P89029
L78770+
P89023
L78766+
P86270 · P87961+
G27569Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 191 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Dover:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Dover costing on average £35.
Other travel options to Dover take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 32m.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Dover trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L78766+ P86270 · P87961+ G27569 | 8:26 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h12 | 12:38 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
L78770+ P89023 | 8:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h00 | 12:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
L78770+ P85925+ Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 8:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h53 | 12:48 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
L80137+ P87977+ W04943 | 9:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h13 | 13:38 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
P89029+ L78774 | 9:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h00 | 13:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 1 change | |
L78774+ P85932+ Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 9:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h53 | 13:48 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Southampton to Dover run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 22:48 |
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Discover the best of Dover — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dover trip today.
Interactive wartime tunnels beneath Dover Castle covering evacuation, defence and command operations. A compelling underground experience.
Museum inside Dover Museum displaying the Bronze Age Boat and local archaeology. Essential for the town’s deep maritime history.
Specialist museum on Dover’s maritime, military and social history, run by local volunteers. A good lesser-known stop near the seafront.
Famous chalk cliff viewpoint with sweeping Channel panoramas and coastal paths. One of Dover’s signature outdoor experiences.
Historic fortifications and paths above town with big views, tunnels and dramatic earthworks. A rewarding area for walkers and history fans.
Clifftop reserve and walking area near South Foreland Lighthouse, known for sea views, birdlife and open coastal scenery.
Fresh Dover sole, usually grilled or pan-fried with lemon and butter. Landed on the Kent coast, it is the town’s best-known seafood speciality.
Native oysters from the Kent coast, often served raw with lemon. They reflect Dover’s long maritime and shellfish traditions.
A rich fish stew from nearby Kent ports, made with mixed white fish and shellfish. It showcases the day’s coastal catch.
Popular harbour-side seafood restaurant known for fish and chips, grilled fish and casual waterside dining.
Historic hotel restaurant with British and European cooking, suited to a quieter meal near Dover Castle.
Smart brasserie in the seafront hotel serving modern British dishes, seafood and afternoon tea in a polished setting.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually a little cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain manageable for most tourists.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Dover Priory -> Dover Town Centre
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.

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.
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 options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
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.
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.
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