What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Dover?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Dover is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Dover?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Dover is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Dover. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Dover. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Dover Priory via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Dover?

The distance between Bournemouth and Dover is 188 miles. The road distance is 171.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Dover without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Dover without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 59m and costs £35 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Dover?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Bournemouth to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Dover bus from?

Bournemouth to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Dover train from?

Bournemouth to Dover train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Dover?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Dover is to train via London which takes 3h 59m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Dover bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Bournemouth to Dover train arrive?

Bournemouth to Dover train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Dover is 171 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Bournemouth to Dover.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Dover?

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Where can I stay near Dover?

There are 576+ hotels available in Dover.

Bournemouth to Dover - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Dover by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 59m
£37–122
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 26m
£33–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminalbus 1710 / ...
5h 37m
Drive 170.4 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Dovercar 170.4 mi
2h 56m
£42–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
3. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
4. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
6h 41m
£54–84

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Dover.

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Distance: 186.9 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Dover, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Dover Priory via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 5h 37m.

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