How to get from Canterbury West to Dover by train?

From Canterbury West to Dover by train

To get from Canterbury West to Dover in Dover, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Canterbury West station to Ashford International station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Ashford International station to Dover Priory station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The train schedule from Canterbury West may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Dover on the Moovit app.

71min
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Dover
Leaves from Canterbury West

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Canterbury West
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Charing Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ashford International
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Dover Priory
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dover Priory
    30 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dover
    Walk to
    Dover
    King Street
    710 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Canterbury West to Dover by bus

To get from Canterbury West to Dover in Dover, take the 21A bus from The Causeway, St Stephens station to Bus Station, Canterbury station. Next, take the 15 bus from Bus Station, Canterbury station to Pencester Road, Dover station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The train schedule from Canterbury West may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Dover on the Moovit app.

67min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 21A21A
Bus - 1515
Walk to Dover
Leaves from The Causeway, St Stephens

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Causeway, St Stephens
    340 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 21A21A
    Wait for bus
    21A
    Canterbury
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Canterbury
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Canterbury
    ID D4
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Dover
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pencester Road, Dover
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to Dover
    Walk to
    Dover
    King Street
    450 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Canterbury West to Dover

The distance between Canterbury West and Dover is approximately 57.51 km, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Canterbury West to Dover by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dover – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Canterbury West to Dover

To check the train schedule from Canterbury West to Dover using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Canterbury West) and destination (Dover), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Canterbury West to Dover by bus

To get from Canterbury West to Dover in Dover, take the 21A bus from The Causeway, St Stephens station to Bus Station, Canterbury station. Next, take the 15 bus from Bus Station, Canterbury station to Pencester Road, Dover station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The train schedule from Canterbury West may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Dover on the Moovit app.

67min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 21A21A
Bus - 1515
Walk to Dover
Leaves from The Causeway, St Stephens

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Causeway, St Stephens
    340 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 21A21A
    Wait for bus
    21A
    Canterbury
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Canterbury
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Canterbury
    ID D4
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Dover
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pencester Road, Dover
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to Dover
    Walk to
    Dover
    King Street
    450 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury West to Dover?

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Train line SOUTHEASTERN, Train line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Canterbury West to Dover?

    The alternative route takes 67 minutes, using Bus line 21A, Bus line 15.

  • Is there a direct train between Canterbury West and Dover?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from Canterbury West to Dover?

    The SOUTHEASTERN train line goes from London Charing Cross station near Canterbury West in Canterbury to Ashford International station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Ashford International station near Dover.

  • How long does it take to travel from Canterbury West to Dover by train?

    The total travel time between Canterbury West and Dover by train is about 1 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Canterbury West to get to Dover?

    Get on the SOUTHEASTERN train from the London Charing Cross station near Canterbury West in Canterbury.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Canterbury West and Dover?

    Get off the train at the Ashford International station, which is closest to Dover.

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