What is the cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover?

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover is to Airport Transfer which costs £16 - £21 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover?

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover is to Airport Transfer which takes 1h 22m and costs £16 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 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 32m.

How far is it from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover?

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Dover is 107 miles. The road distance is 82.1 miles.

How do I travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover without a car?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover bus arrive?

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

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover?

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

How do I get a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover?

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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Can I share a ride from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Dover. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover by train, bus, rideshare, 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 32m
£50–109
Airport Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Doverrideshare 81.7 mi
1h 22m
£16–21
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
Drive 81.7 mi
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dovercar 81.7 mi
1h 22m
£20–29
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 47m
£48–101
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 36m
£37–73

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dover by train

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Distance: 106.2 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW), England and Dover, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Dover Priory via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 32m. 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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