The average train between Dover and Seaham takes 5h 59m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover to Seaham. 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 Seaham. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Seaham at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 5h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Dover to Seaham? 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 Seaham. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Seaham station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.
Dover to Seaham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Seaham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Dover to Seaham train tickets online with Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Dover and Seaham is 449.5 km. The road distance is 581 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Seaham via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Newcastle in around 5h 9m.