What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Dover?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Dover is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Dover?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Dover is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Dover. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Pencester Road via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Dover. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Dover Priory via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Bristol to Dover?

The distance between Bristol and Dover is 198 miles. The road distance is 194.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Dover without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Dover without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 38m and costs £95 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Dover?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Bristol to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Dover bus from?

Bristol to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Dover train from?

Bristol to Dover train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Dover?

The best way to get from Bristol to Dover is to train via London which takes 3h 38m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Bristol to Dover bus arrive?

Bristol to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Bristol to Dover train arrive?

Bristol to Dover train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Dover is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Bristol to Dover.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Dover?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Dover?

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 38m
£95–189
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 040 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 39m
£37–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk041 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Dover Priorytrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
5h 44m
£54–103
Drive 193.7 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Dovercar 193.7 mi
3h 13m
£48–69
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 26m
£95–190

Bristol to Dover by train and subway

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Distance: 197.2 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Dover, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dover Priory via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Pencester Road via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 39m.

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