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Journey Information
There are 28 intercity buses per day from Dover to Nelson. Traveling by bus from Dover to Nelson usually takes around 12 hours, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 4 minutes.
Distance | 239 mi (385 km) |
Shortest duration | 11h 0m |
Cheapest price | $62.93 |
Most frequent service | National Express |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Dover to Nelson?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Dover to Nelson. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
National Express | 28 | 11h 58m | $71.12 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 12 hours to cover the 385 kilometers from Dover to Nelson. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 4 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Dover to Nelson, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Dover?
Main departure station: Town Centre
Dover has two bus stations with service to Nelson.
All bus stations in Dover:
Town Centre
Ferry Port
Where does the bus arrive in Nelson?
Main arrival station: 2 Broadway
All buses from Dover arrive at one main station in Nelson.
Bus stations in Nelson:
2 Broadway
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