The average bus between Dover and Eltham takes 2h 50m and the fastest bus takes 2h 11m. The bus service runs several times per day from Dover to Eltham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 3 hours between Dover and Eltham. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Eltham at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Dover to Eltham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Eltham station via Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Dover to Eltham bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Priory Street station.
Dover to Eltham bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue station.
Book your Dover to Eltham bus tickets online with Stagecoach South East and National Express.
The distance between Dover and Eltham is 94.8 km. The road distance is 116 km.
You can take a bus from Priory Street to Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue via Bus Station in around 3h 7m.