The average train between Lewes and Dover takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Lewes to Dover. 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 Lewes and Dover. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lewes is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Dover at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Hampden Park (Sussex) and take an average of 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lewes to Dover? 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 Lewes to Dover. However, there are services departing from Lewes station and arriving at Dover station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Lewes to Dover train services, operated by Southern, depart from Hampden Park (Sussex) station.
Lewes to Dover train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Dover Priory station.
Book your Lewes to Dover train tickets online with Southern and Southeastern.
The distance between Lewes and Dover is 95.4 km. The road distance is 121 km.
You can take a train from Lewes to Dover Priory via Hampden Park (Sussex) and Ashford International in around 3h 7m.