The average train between Dover and France takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover to France. 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 every 2 hours between Dover and France. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into France at 9:48 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dover to France? 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 train from Dover to France. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at France station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Dover to France train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to France train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Dover and France is 504.6 km. The road distance is 577 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Cité via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 4h 30m.