The average train between Dover and Poitiers takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Dover to Poitiers. 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 4 hours between Dover and Poitiers. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Poitiers at 1:52 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 7h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 26m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dover to Poitiers? 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 Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Poitiers station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.
Dover to Poitiers train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Poitiers train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Poitiers station.
Book your Dover to Poitiers train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dover and Poitiers is 510.1 km. The road distance is 901 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Poitiers via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 7h 34m.