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

The cheapest way to get from Ireland to Dover is to fly and bus and train which costs £60 - £220 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ireland to Dover is to fly and train which takes 6h 10m and costs £100 - £290.

How far is it from Ireland to Dover?

The distance between Ireland and Dover is 448 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ireland to Dover without a car is to ferry and train which takes 11h 38m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Ireland to Dover, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Dover?

There are 1087+ hotels available in Dover.

Ireland to Dover - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, car

There are 11 ways to get from Ireland to Dover by plane, train, ferry, car, car ferry, or bus

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

Fly Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)ORK - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priory
6h 21m
£85–241
Fly Cork Airport to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to London Stansted Airport (STN)ORK - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Station
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priory
6h 20m
£60–220
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead
2. Take the train from Holyhead to London Euston
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priory
11h 38m
£105–196
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Dublin to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
3. Drive from Cairnryan to Dover
12h 20m
£166–258
Fly Dublin Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London City Airport (LCY)DUB - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priory
6h 10m
£102–290
Fly Dublin Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)DUB - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priory
6h 49m
£79–217
Train to Belfast International Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Central
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Luton Airport (LTN)BFS - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intl
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priory
6h 50m
£72–193
Fly Dublin Airport to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London Stansted Airport (STN)DUB - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Station
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Dover Priory
6h 38m
£64–216
Fly Dublin Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Luton Airport (LTN)DUB - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priory
6h 28m
£63–210
Fly Dublin Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)DUB - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priory
6h 43m
£66–232
Ferry, train via Newport
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
2. Take the train from Holyhead to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to London Paddington
4. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Dover Priory
15h 27m
£205–410

Ireland to Dover by tram, foot, ferry, and train

21Weekly Services

11h 38mAverage Duration

£105Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ireland to Dover.

Launch map view

Distance: 445.3 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Ireland and Dover, England?

There is no direct connection from Ireland to Dover. However, you can take the line 225 bus to Cork Airport, walk to Cork Airport (ORK) airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), walk to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station, take the subway to King's Cross St. Pancras station, walk to London St Pancras International, then take the train to Dover Priory. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Spencer Dock to Dover Priory via The Point, Dublin Ferryport B+I, Holyhead, Holyhead, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 11h 38m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.