The average train between Stamford and Dover takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Stamford 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 Stamford and Dover. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stamford is at 9:58 PM which arrives into Dover at 8:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stamford 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 Stamford to Dover. However, there are services departing from Stamford station and arriving at Dover station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Stamford to Dover train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Peterborough station.
Stamford to Dover train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Dover Priory station.
Book your Stamford to Dover train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stamford and Dover is 209.5 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Stamford to Dover Priory via Peterborough, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 57m.