The average train between Brighton and Hove and Dover takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Brighton and Hove to Dover. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Brighton and Hove and Dover. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brighton and Hove is at 9:28 PM which arrives into Dover at 12:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Brighton and Hove to Dover? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Brighton and Hove to Dover. However, there are services departing from Brighton and Hove station and arriving at Dover station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Brighton and Hove to Dover train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton and Hove to Dover train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Dover Priory station.
Book your Brighton and Hove to Dover train tickets online with Thameslink and Southeastern.
The distance between Brighton and Hove and Dover is 106.3 km. The road distance is 209 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Dover Priory via London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 9m.