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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Paddington is to bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Paddington is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 20m and costs £40 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Paddington station. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Lancaster Gate Station via Bus Station and Elephant & Castle Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Paddington. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Paddington via King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Dover to Paddington?

The distance between Dover and Paddington is 80 miles. The road distance is 79.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Paddington without a car is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 20m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Dover to Paddington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Paddington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Paddington train from?

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

Train or bus from Dover to Paddington?

The best way to get from Dover to Paddington is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 20m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Dover to Paddington bus arrive?

Dover to Paddington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Dover to Paddington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Paddington is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Dover to Paddington.

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

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Where can I stay near Paddington?

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Train via London St Pancras International
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 20m
£42–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 007 / ...
4h 1m
£17–35
Drive 78.9 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Paddingtoncar 78.9 mi
1h 40m
£20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2h 9m
£42–88
Train #2
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria
2h 27m
£41–96

Dover to Paddington by train and subway

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intl hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road hourly. Tickets cost £12–30 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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