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08/08/2026
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London to Dover, Kent by bus

The journey from London to Dover, Kent by bus is 65.64 mi and takes 3 hr 4 min. There are 31 connections per day, with the first departure at 9:30 AM and the last at 11:50 PM. It is possible to travel from London to Dover, Kent by bus for as little as $8.94 or as much as $28.56. The best price for this journey is $8.94.

Lowest Price $8.94
Journey Duration 3 hr 4 min
Connection per Day 31
Lowest Price $8.94
Highest Price $28.56
First Departure 9:30 AM
Last Departure 11:50 PM
Distance 65.64 mi
Departure London
Arrival Dover, Kent
Carriers National Express

Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $3.10 to $31.80 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 90% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Dover, Kent

The cheapest London - Dover, Kent bus tickets can be found for as low as $8.46 if you’re lucky, or $11.20 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $15.75.

Find the best day to travel to Dover, Kent by bus

When travelling to Dover, Kent by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board National Express from London to Dover, Kent
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London to Dover, Kent CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
7.39kg
Bus
7.92kg
Flight
21.13kg
Car
16.9kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Dover, Kent?
A bus ticket from London to Dover, Kent is $13.50. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $8.94.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Dover, Kent?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Dover, Kent is $8.94. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Dover, Kent by bus?
London to Dover, Kent is 65.64 mi.
How long does the bus between London and Dover, Kent take?
London to Dover, Kent is on average 3 hr 4 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hr 15 min.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Dover, Kent?
London to Dover, Kent has 31 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Dover, Kent leave?
The earliest bus from London to Dover, Kent departs at 9:30 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Dover, Kent depart?
The latest bus from London to Dover, Kent departs at 11:50 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Dover, Kent in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $8.94 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Dover, Kent?
There are on average 31 direct connection(s) from London to go to Dover, Kent.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Dover, Kent by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Dover, Kent is 2 hr 15 min.
Is there a direct bus from London to Dover, Kent?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Dover, Kent.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Dover, Kent by bus?
The bus journey from London to Dover, Kent creates 7.92kg of CO2 emissions.

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