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Dover to Waterloo train route details
First train
04:50
Last train
22:48
Journey time
1h 42m
Distance
394 km
Price
£ 31.90*
What are the next train times from Dover to Waterloo?
Discover all upcoming Dover to Waterloo services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:45 Dover Priory | 07:27 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
05:45 Dover Priory | 07:43 London Waterloo East | | Find Tickets |
05:46 Dover Priory | 08:15 London Waterloo East | | Find Tickets |
06:18 Dover Priory | 08:00 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
06:26 Dover Priory | 08:17 London Waterloo East | | Find Tickets |
06:48 Dover Priory | 08:30 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Dover to Waterloo
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Dover and Waterloo on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
Book in advance
Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Dover to Waterloo when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Offers lower fares and greater flexibility when you avoid travelling during busy weekday periods
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
Season tickets
Offering unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, or annual options, these tickets can help you save around a third on train fares
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