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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Stanstead is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Stanstead is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal and arriving at Stanway Close via London Victoria, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from Dover to Stanstead?

The distance between Dover and Stanstead is 142 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Stanstead without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 4h 7m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Dover to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Stanstead bus from?

Dover to Stanstead bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal station.

Train or bus from Dover to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Dover to Stanstead is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Dover to Stanstead bus arrive?

Dover to Stanstead bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Dover to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Stanstead is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Dover to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 368+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Dover to Stanstead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from The Bricklayers Arms to Bus Stationbus 44 / ...
4h 7m
£37–111
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Upminsterbus Michalovce
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
6h 1m
£29–60
Drive 115.3 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Stansteadcar 115.3 mi
2h 15m
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
4h 27m
£47–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal to London Victoriabus 1710 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus A8 / ...
8h 4m

Dover to Stanstead by train and bus

85Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.7 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Stanway Close via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal to Stanway Close via London Victoria, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 4m.

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