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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Launceston is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Launceston is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Westgate Street via Bus Station, London Victoria, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Okehampton via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Dover to Launceston?

The distance between Dover and Launceston is 297 miles. The road distance is 284.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Launceston without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 4m and costs £130 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Dover to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Launceston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Dover to Launceston?

The best way to get from Dover to Launceston is to train via London which takes 7h 4m and costs £130 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 7m.

Where does the Dover to Launceston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Launceston train arrive?

Dover to Launceston train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Launceston is 285 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Dover to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1351+ hotels available in Launceston.

Dover to Launceston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Launceston by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
7h 4m
£130–258
Drive 282.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Launcestoncar 282.9 mi
4h 53m
£69–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
13h 7m
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
8h 1m
£130–259
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Prison to Railway Stationbus 66
10h 37m
£111–246

Dover to Launceston by train, subway, and bus

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7h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 295.7 mi
Duration: 7h 4m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Kensey Valley Meadow via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 7h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Westgate Street via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Tenby House, and West Street in around 13h 7m.

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