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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Kent is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Kent is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Kent. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Lenham via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Dover to Kent?

The distance between Dover and Kent is 31 miles. The road distance is 32.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Kent without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £19 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Dover to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Kent train from?

Dover to Kent train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Where does the Dover to Kent train arrive?

Dover to Kent train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Dover to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Kent is 33 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Dover to Kent.

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

Book your Dover to Kent train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1144+ hotels available in Kent.

Dover to Kent - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Dover to Kent by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Ashford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Lenhamtrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
1h 5m
£19–26
Drive 32.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Kentcar 32.6 mi
35 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dover to Kenttaxi 32.6 mi
35 min
£140–180

Dover to Kent by train

189Weekly Trains

1h 5mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Lenham via Ashford International in around 1h 5m.

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