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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Dover is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Dover is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Dover. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Pencester Road via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Dover. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Dover Priory via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Dover?

The distance between Plymouth and Dover is 305 miles. The road distance is 286.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Dover without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 14m and costs £140 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Plymouth to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Dover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Dover train from?

Plymouth to Dover train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Dover?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Dover is to train via London which takes 5h 14m and costs £140 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 39m.

Where does the Plymouth to Dover bus arrive?

Plymouth to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Plymouth to Dover train arrive?

Plymouth to Dover train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Dover is 287 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Plymouth to Dover.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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Plymouth to Dover - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Plymouth to Dover by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
5h 14m
£143–278
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
9h 39m
£58–137
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoriabus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Dover Priorytrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
9h
£69–129
Drive 285 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Dovercar 285 mi
4h 50m
£70–101
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain
8h 4m
£282–574
Train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
6h
£144–280
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain
8h 18m
£237–540
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain
8h 30m
£160–336

Plymouth to Dover by train and subway

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Distance: 303.6 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Dover Priory via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Pencester Road via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 9h 39m.

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