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The average train between Sleaford and Dover takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Sleaford 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.

3h 47m
Duration
188 mi
Distance
£99
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Sleaford to Dover train times

Trains run hourly between Sleaford and Dover. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Dover at 8:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern9h 56m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 30m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 33m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 23m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 30m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 33m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 23m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 30m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 33m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 23m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 30m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 33m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 23m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 30m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 28m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 29m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sleaford 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.

Map of how to get from Sleaford to Dover.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 188.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Dover, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Dover Priory via Peterborough, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 27m.

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