The average train between Grimsby and Dover takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Grimsby 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 Grimsby and Dover. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grimsby is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Dover at 9:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Grimsby 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 Grimsby to Dover. However, there are services departing from Grimsby station and arriving at Dover station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.
Grimsby to Dover train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.
Grimsby to Dover train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Dover Priory station.
Book your Grimsby to Dover train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Grimsby and Dover is 287.2 km. The road distance is 452 km.
You can take a train from Grimsby Town to Dover Priory via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 37m.