The average train between Ormskirk and Dover takes 5h 24m and the fastest train takes 4h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk and Dover. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ormskirk is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Dover at 9:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central and take an average of 5h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk to Dover. However, there are services departing from Ormskirk station and arriving at Dover station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.
Ormskirk to Dover train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Ormskirk to Dover train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Dover Priory station.
Book your Ormskirk to Dover train tickets online with Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast and Southeastern.
The distance between Ormskirk and Dover is 393.4 km. The road distance is 455 km.
You can take a train from Ormskirk to Dover Priory via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 30m.