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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Dover is to bus which costs £16 - £27 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Dover is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington to Dover. However, there are services departing from Bishops Bridge Road / Little Venice and arriving at Dover via London Stonebridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington to Dover. However, there are services departing from Paddington and arriving at Dover Priory via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Paddington to Dover?

The distance between Paddington and Dover is 80 miles. The road distance is 78.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Dover without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Paddington to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Dover bus from?

Paddington to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Dover train from?

Paddington to Dover train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Paddington to Dover?

The best way to get from Paddington to Dover is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via London Stonebridge, which costs and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Paddington to Dover bus arrive?

Paddington to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pencester Road station.

Where does the Paddington to Dover train arrive?

Paddington to Dover train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Dover Priory station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Dover is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Paddington to Dover.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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Paddington to Dover - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 23 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 59m
£36–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Pencester Roadbus 007
4h 30m
£17–27
Bus via London Stonebridge
1. Take the bus from London Stonebridge to Doverbus
4h 11m
Drive 78.4 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Dovercar 78.4 mi
1h 44m
£20–29
Line 23 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Charing Crossbus 23
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h 4m
£37–73

Paddington to Dover by subway and train

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

Southeastern operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priory hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, Euro Fratello Srl operates a bus from London Stonebridge to Dover twice a week, and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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