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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Southwark is to line 15 bus and bus which costs £11 - £20 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Southwark is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 19m and costs £40 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Southwark?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pencester Road and arriving at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Southwark?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dover Priory and arriving at London Bridge. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Dover to Southwark?

The distance between Dover and Southwark is 79 miles. The road distance is 74.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Southwark without a car is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 19m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Dover to Southwark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Southwark bus from?

Dover to Southwark bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pencester Road station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Southwark train from?

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

Train or bus from Dover to Southwark?

The best way to get from Dover to Southwark is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 19m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Dover to Southwark bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Southwark train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Southwark?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Southwark is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Dover to Southwark.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Southwark?

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Dover to Southwark - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 15 bus

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

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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 19m
£41–72
Line 15 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Priory Street to Bus Stationbus 15
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 022 / ...
3h 23m
£12–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pencester Road to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 007
3h 5m
£13–23
Drive 74.3 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Southwarkcar 74.3 mi
1h 30m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Bridgetrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
1h 43m
£35–70

Dover to Southwark by train

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1h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.6 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intl hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Pencester Road to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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