What is the cheapest way to get from Dover to Herne Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Herne Bay is to line 15 bus and line 600 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover to Herne Bay?

The fastest way to get from Dover to Herne Bay is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Library via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Herne Bay via Faversham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Dover to Herne Bay?

The distance between Dover and Herne Bay is 36 miles. The road distance is 23.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dover to Herne Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Dover to Herne Bay without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Dover to Herne Bay?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Dover to Herne Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Herne Bay bus from?

Dover to Herne Bay bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Priory Street station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Herne Bay train from?

Dover to Herne Bay train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Herne Bay?

The best way to get from Dover to Herne Bay is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 15 bus and line 600 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Dover to Herne Bay bus arrive?

Dover to Herne Bay bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dover to Herne Bay train arrive?

Dover to Herne Bay train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Faversham station.

Can I drive from Dover to Herne Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Herne Bay is 24 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Dover to Herne Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Dover to Herne Bay?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dover to Herne Bay?

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Where can I stay near Herne Bay?

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Dover to Herne Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, and line 600 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Dover to Herne Bay by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Favershamtrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Faversham to Herne Baytrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
1h 17m
£18–37
Line 15 bus, line 600 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Priory Street to Bus Stationbus 15
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Librarybus 600 / ...
1h 21m
£6
Drive 23.4 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Herne Baycar 23.4 mi
36 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dover to Herne Baytaxi 23.4 mi
36 min
£100–130

Dover to Herne Bay by train

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1h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 36 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Herne Bay, England?

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Herne Bay via Faversham in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Library via Bus Station in around 1h 21m.

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