The average train between Dover and Rome takes 24h 7m and the fastest train takes 22h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Dover to Rome. 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 twice daily between Dover and Rome. The earliest departure is at 9:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 5:48 PM which arrives into Rome at 5:30 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 24h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Dover to Rome? 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 Rome. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Rome station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 7m.
Dover to Rome train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Rome train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Roma Termini station.
Book your Dover to Rome train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dover and Rome is 1,333.1 km. The road distance is 2,058 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Roma Termini via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lyon Part Dieu, and Milano Centrale in around 16h 38m.