The average train between Dover and Bristol takes 3h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover to Bristol. 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 Dover and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Bristol at 6:59 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dover to Bristol? 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 Dover to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Bristol station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.
Dover to Bristol train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Bristol train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Dover to Bristol train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Dover and Bristol is 274.3 km. The road distance is 317 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Bristol Temple Meads via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 18m.