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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Portland is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Portland is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Portland?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Portland. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Weymouth via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Dover to Portland?

The distance between Dover and Portland is 227 miles. The road distance is 205.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Portland without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 11m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Dover to Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Portland train from?

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

Where does the Dover to Portland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Portland is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Dover to Portland.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 1113+ hotels available in Portland.

Dover to Portland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dover to Portland 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 Waterloo to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 11m
£94–184
Drive 204.1 mi
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1. Drive from Dover to Portlandcar 204.1 mi
3h 36m
£51–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
8h 14m
£66–118
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo Easttrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 38m
£91–182

Dover to Portland by train, foot, subway, and bus

103Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.8 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Portland, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Mereside via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Weymouth, and King Street in around 5h 11m.

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