Dover to London Victoria Trains From £22.70*

Usually, it takes just under two hours to get from Dover to London Victoria with Southeastern.

You’ll travel up from the Kent coast, with stunning views of the English Channel, before passing through the luscious Kent countryside, sometimes known as ‘the Garden of England’ for its fruit orchards and great weather. Eventually, you will arrive in Greater London before arriving at London Victoria.

Southeastern operates a high-speed network that services London, Kent, and East Sussex, catering to 450,000 passengers on a daily basis.

Departing from Dover

Dover Priory Station is located off Folkestone Road, along Station Approach, near the centre of the town. It directly faces the Western Heights of Dover, a series of forts and ditches created in the 18th and 19th centuries to defend the UK from hostile invaders.

Local bus routes service the station, and local taxis can drop you off outside its entrance. The station can only accommodate thirty-six car parking spaces, which are available seven days a week.

Southeastern is the only operator at this station, serving routes to London Victoria, Chatham, and Ramsgate.

Main stops

There are fourteen stops from Dover Priory to London Victoria. These are:

• Kearsney
• Shepherds Well
• Aylesham
• Canterbury East
• Selling
• Faversham
• Teynham
• Sittingbourne
• Newington
• Rainham
• Gillingham
• Chatham
• Rochester
• Bromley South

It’s worth considering that some of these stops may change due to scheduling alterations, poor weather, planned engineering works, or unexpected train faults. It’s best to check before you travel to make sure.

Arriving at London Victoria

London Victoria Station is in the City of Westminster, right in the epicentre of London, close to the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and the swanky, blue-blooded and downright desirable neighbourhoods of Mayfair, Soho, and Covent Garden.

Even though you’re well-placed to explore the local area, London Victoria Station is conveniently connected to a station on the London Underground that serves the Victoria, District, and Circle lines. Meaning it can take you across London in a flash. Alternatively, it’s adjacent to Victoria Bus Station, and there’s even a taxi rank at Terminus Place directly in front of the station.

Three mainline UK train operators, including Southern, Southeastern, and Gatwick Express, serve this station.

Southeastern train classes

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
• First Class: There are no Dover to London First Class tickets. This is because Southeastern abolished its First Class service in 2022.

Southeastern train travel advice

• Luggage: Bags and other luggage items are permitted. Luggage must weigh no more than 23kg. No more than two large suitcases.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bikes are welcomed but there is a ‘first come, first served’ policy. You cannot bring your bike if your train departs London during peak hours.
• Children:Under 5’s can travel for free. Up to four children between 5 and 15 can travel for £1 with one fare-paying adult ticket. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: Assist with travel planning, provide travel information, handle luggage, reserve seats, support boarding, and offer connection services.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.