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How to get from Southampton to Dover?

Planning to travel to Southampton from Dover and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Southampton to Dover, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Southampton and Dover, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Southeastern, South West Trains, Southern Railways, National Express or FlixBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Southampton to Dover, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Southampton Dover trip.

For your trip from Southampton to Dover, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Southampton to Dover

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Southampton to Dover, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Southampton to Dover train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Southampton Dover train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Southampton Dover

Carpooling from Southampton to Dover is perfect if you want to travel to Dover in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Southampton or Dover.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Southampton to Dover transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Southampton Dover Travel Information

Departure city
Southampton
United Kingdom
England
Destination city
Dover
United Kingdom
England
Distance
119 mi
Direct connection
There is no direct connection by any means of transportation
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Plan your trip from Southampton to Dover easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Southampton to Dover easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Southampton and Dover that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Southeastern, South West Trains, Southern Railways, National Express or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Southampton and Dover with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Southampton and Dover

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Southampton to Dover?
Environmentally friendly The Southampton Dover train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Cost Southampton Dover train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Southampton to Dover?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Southampton and Dover, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Southampton-Dover buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Southampton to Dover?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Southampton to Dover.
Comfort You have to share the space of the car with the other passengers during the whole trip between Southampton and Dover.

Where to start from in Southampton? Where do I arrive in Dover?

Southampton Departure Bus Stations

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Departure stations in Southampton

Southampton Airport (Parkway)
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Southampton Central
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St Denys
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Sholing
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Totton
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Dover arrival bus stations

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Dover Ferry Port
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Dover town centre
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Dover Arrival Stations

Dover Priory
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Bus Southampton Dover

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Southampton-Dover varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Southampton-Dover bus prices on Vivanoda.

The frequency of departures to Southampton from Dover varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Dover, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus trip between Southampton and Dover usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Dover for your travel date.

Bus companies Southampton Dover

National Express
National Express
FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Southampton Dover

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Southampton to Dover. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Southampton and Dover.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Southampton to Dover. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

The average train journey time from Southampton to Dover depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Dover are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

Train companies between Southampton and Dover

Southeastern
Southeastern
South West Trains
South West Trains
Southern Railways
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Carpool Southampton Dover

The average cost of a carpool ride from Southampton to Dover depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Southampton-Dover, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

It is possible to book a carpool at the last minute, but this depends on the availability of drivers and the demand for the trip. It is recommended that you book your ride in advance to guarantee your trip.

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your Southampton Dover trip to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Southampton Dover

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