What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dover?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dover is to line 28 bus and line 100 bus and bus which costs £15 - £30 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dover?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dover is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Dover. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Pencester Road via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Dover. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Dover Priory via West Ham DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Dover?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Dover is 105 miles. The road distance is 85.6 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Dover without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dover without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 33m and costs £45 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dover?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Dover bus from?

Southend-on-Sea to Dover bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Victoria Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Dover train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Dover train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Dover?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dover is to train via London which takes 2h 33m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus and line 100 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £30 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Dover bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Dover bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Dover train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Dover train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Dover is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Dover.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Dover?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Dover?

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Southend-on-Sea to Dover - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 28 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dover by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 33m
£47–101
Line 28 bus, line 100 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 022
5h 49m
£15–30
Drive 85.1 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Dovercar 85.1 mi
1h 35m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 37m
£54–111

Southend-on-Sea to Dover by train

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Distance: 104.3 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Dover, England?

You can take a train from Southend Central to Dover Priory via West Ham, West Ham DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Pencester Road via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 49m.

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