The average train between Dover and Newhaven takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover to Newhaven. 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 Newhaven. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 8:48 PM which arrives into Newhaven at 12:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Dover to Newhaven? 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 Newhaven. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Newhaven station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Dover to Newhaven train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Newhaven train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Newhaven Town station.
Book your Dover to Newhaven train tickets online with Southeastern and Southern.
The distance between Dover and Newhaven is 95.9 km. The road distance is 131 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Newhaven Town via Ashford International, Hampden Park (Sussex), and Lewes in around 3h 25m.