The average train between Sleaford and Dover takes 4h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Sleaford 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 Sleaford and Dover. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Dover at 12:14 PM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 4h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Sleaford 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 Sleaford to Dover. However, there are services departing from Grantham station and arriving at Dover Priory station via King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.
Sleaford to Dover train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.
Sleaford to Dover train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Dover Priory station.
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The distance between Sleaford and Dover is 239.1 km. The road distance is 300 km.
You can take a train from Sleaford to Dover Priory via Grantham, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 37m.