The average train between Dover and Erith takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover to Erith. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Dover and Erith. The earliest departure is at 4:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Dover is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Erith at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Chatham and take an average of 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Dover to Erith. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Erith station via Chatham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.
Dover to Erith train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Erith train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Slade Green station.
Book your Dover to Erith train tickets online with Southeastern and Thameslink.
The distance between Dover and Erith is 88.5 km. The road distance is 99 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Erith via Chatham and Slade Green in around 2h 25m.