The average bus between Dover and Tavistock takes 12h 23m and the fastest bus takes 9h 58m. The bus service runs several times per day from Dover to Tavistock. 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 5 times a day between Dover and Tavistock. 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 Tavistock at 3:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Bus Station and take an average of 12h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



11h 33m • 3 changes


10h 55m • 3 changes


10h 38m • 3 changes


9h 58m • 3 changes


11h 26m • 3 changes


11h 28m • 3 changes


10h 38m • 3 changes


11h 38m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dover to Tavistock? 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 Tavistock. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.
Dover to Tavistock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.
Dover to Tavistock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.
The distance between Dover and Tavistock is 388.4 km. The road distance is 444 km.
You can take a bus from Priory Street to Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 12h 16m.