What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Dover Castle (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Dover Castle (Station). However, there are services departing from South Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Pencester Road via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Dover Castle (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station). However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Dover Priory via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station)?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Dover Castle (Station) is 108 miles. The road distance is 83.2 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station)?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) train from?

Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station)?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station).

Where can I stay near Dover Castle (Station)?

There are 1166+ hotels available in Dover Castle (Station).

Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 51m
£55–109
Drive 82.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station)car 82.7 mi
1h 23m
£20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus N380 / ...
4h 23m
£23–45
Train via London
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h 6m
£52–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Pencester Roadbus 007
7h 17m
£28–70

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Map of how to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station).

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Distance: 107.2 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Dover Castle (Station), England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Dover Castle (Station) via London St Pancras Intl and Dover Priory in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Dover Castle (Station) via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Pencester Road in around 7h 17m.

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