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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Dover is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Dover is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Dover. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Dover Priory via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Essex to Dover?

The distance between Essex and Dover is 110 miles. The road distance is 95.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Dover without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Essex to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Dover bus from?

Essex to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Dover train from?

Essex to Dover train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Dover?

The best way to get from Essex to Dover is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 108 bus, which costs £25 - £130 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Essex to Dover bus arrive?

Essex to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Stratford City Bus Station.

Where does the Essex to Dover train arrive?

Essex to Dover train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Essex to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Dover is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Essex to Dover.

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

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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Essex to Dover - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 108 bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Essex and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Dover. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Pencester Road via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Essex to Dover by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 29m
£54–111
Drive 95.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Essex to Dovercar 95.2 mi
1h 44m
£24–34
Bus, line 108 bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Lewisham Stationbus 108
3. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 2m
£26–130

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Distance: 109.3 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Dover Priory via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to Pencester Road via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 2m.

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