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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Dover is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Dover is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Dover. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Pencester Road via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Dover. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Dover Priory via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Southampton to Dover?

The distance between Southampton and Dover is 159 miles. The road distance is 144.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Dover without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Southampton to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Dover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Dover train from?

Southampton to Dover train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Dover?

The best way to get from Southampton to Dover is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Southampton to Dover bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Dover train arrive?

Southampton to Dover train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Dover is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Southampton to Dover.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dover?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 29m
£74–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
6h 53m
£32–76
Drive 143.8 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Dovercar 143.8 mi
2h 32m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 58m
£68–147
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
2. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
3. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
5h 49m
£67–133

Southampton to Dover by bus

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Dover Priory via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Pencester Road via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 53m.

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