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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Dover to London. Traveling by coach from Dover to London usually takes around 28 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 21 hours and 5 minutes.
Distance | 398 mi (641 km) |
Shortest duration | 21h 5m |
Cheapest price | £141.33 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Dover to London?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Dover to London. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 4 | 1d 4h 9m | £183.40 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from Dover to London every day, with the average journey taking around 28 hours and 9 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to London usually start from £141.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 28 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 398 miles from Dover to London. However, the fastest coach only takes 21 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 17:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Dover to London, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Dover
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Link to image attributionAs the capital of Delaware, Dover offers a plethora of landmarks and attractions to keep tourists engaged! Tourists interested in the city's heritage (and American history in general) should check out the Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village, which showcases artifacts and items of great cultural significance to the state's agricultural history. You could also visit the John Dickinson Plantation to learn more about one of the original founding fathers of the U.S. For some outdoor activities, check out the local Amish community, where you can meet locals and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Dover features an eclectic food scene with plenty of different choices for different tastes. Vincenzo's Pizzeria & Gelato is a popular spot with delicious Italian dishes and fantastic house wines to pair with them. If you are interested in beers, Fordham & Dominion Brewing Company will be a great choice!
Dover is a stop along several bus and train routes, with service offered by Amtrak, Greyhound, SprinterBus, and OurBus. Air travelers usually fly into the airport in nearby Wilmington or make plans to take a bus from the airport in either Philadelphia or Baltimore to Dover.
London
London may not be the first Canadian city that comes to mind when planning a trip away, but it is home to many hidden treasures that are well worth experiencing first-hand. The city is a hub for science, technology, and education, making it an alluring destination for the intellectually-inclined traveler. Discover London's proud medical history in the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame and Banting House, former home of the man who discovered insulin. Museum London and London Children Museum offer fascinating exhibitions for art enthusiasts and little ones, respectively. Nicknamed "The Forest City," London abounds with nature which visitors can experience downtown in Victoria Park or further afield in any of the lush conservation areas bordering the city.
If you're partial to a pint, Old East Village is the place to get a taste of the famous local craft beers, while Labatt Brewery, the biggest brewery in Canada, opens its doors to beer enthusiasts for tours and sampling sessions.
Sitting along the Quebec City-Windsor Corridor, London is a vital thoroughfare with VIA Rail train connections to major cities, including Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal. London International Airport also provides daily flights to destinations in Canada and the U.S.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Dover?
Main departure station: 7-Eleven Parking Lot - 654 N Dupont Hwy
Greyhound coaches to Dover stop at the 7-Eleven off Dupont Highway and near Silver Lake. Since this is a curbside stop, there is no separate station building. However, you can wait for your coach inside the 7-Eleven, and pick up a few snacks for the ride, too. If you arrive in Dover via coaches, this drop-off location is just steps away from a handful of hotels and restaurants along both sides of Dupont Highway.
All coach stations in Dover:
7-Eleven Parking Lot - 654 N Dupont Hwy
Where does the coach arrive in London?
Main arrival station: Western University
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in London.
Coach stations in London:
Western University
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