The average train between Dover and Lichfield takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover to Lichfield. 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 Lichfield. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Lichfield at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dover to Lichfield? 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 Lichfield. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Lichfield station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Dover to Lichfield train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Lichfield train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Lichfield Trent Valley station.
Book your Dover to Lichfield train tickets online with Southeastern, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Dover and Lichfield is 276.1 km. The road distance is 313 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Lichfield City via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Lichfield Trent Valley High Level in around 3h 19m.