What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Dover. However, there are services departing from East Croydon Rail Station and arriving at Pencester Road via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Dover. 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 31m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Dover?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Dover is 107 miles. The road distance is 82.1 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Dover without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Dover bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Dover bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from East Croydon Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Dover train from?

Gatwick Airport to Dover train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Dover?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Dover bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Dover bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Elephant & Castle Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Dover is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Dover.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Dover?

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There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Dover 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 31m
£55–109
Drive 81.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Dovercar 81.6 mi
1h 22m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to Elephant & Castle Stationbus N68
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
5h 1m
£25–51
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 / ...
2h 43m
£48–106
Line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Redhill Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the train from Redhill to Tonbridgetrain
3. Take the train from Tonbridge to Dover Priorytrain
3h 32m
£37–73

Gatwick Airport to Dover by train

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Distance: 106.2 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Dover, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Dover Priory via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Pencester Road via East Croydon, East Croydon Rail Station, Elephant & Castle Station, Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, and Bus Station in around 5h 1m.

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