The average train between Dover and Chartres takes 6h 56m and the fastest train takes 5h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Dover to Chartres. 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 every 3 hours between Dover and Chartres. 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 Chartres at 12:08 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 6h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 20m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dover to Chartres? 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 Chartres. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Chartres station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.
Dover to Chartres train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Chartres train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Chartres station.
Book your Dover to Chartres train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dover and Chartres is 298.2 km. The road distance is 667 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Chartres via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Gare Montparnasse in around 6h 27m.