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08/12/2025
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Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent by bus

The journey from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent by bus is 37.73 mi and takes 6 hrs 5 mins. There are 7 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:35 and the last at 19:25. It is possible to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent by bus for as little as £7.43 or as much as £24.34. The best price for this journey is £7.43.

Lowest Price £7.43
Journey Duration 6 hrs 5 mins
Connection per Day 7
Lowest Price £7.43
Highest Price £24.34
First Departure 06:35
Last Departure 19:25
Distance 37.73 mi
Departure Southend-on-Sea
Arrival Dover, Kent
Carriers National Express

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent

The cheapest Southend-on-Sea - Dover, Kent bus tickets can be found for as low as £14.87 if you’re lucky, or £17.09 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £23.16.

Find the best day to travel to Dover, Kent by bus

When travelling to Dover, Kent by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board National Express from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent
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Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
4.25kg
Bus
4.55kg
Flight
12.14kg
Car
9.71kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent?
A bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent is £16.36. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £7.43.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent is £7.43. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Southend-on-Sea and Dover, Kent by bus?
Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent is 37.73 mi.
How long does the bus between Southend-on-Sea and Dover, Kent take?
Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent is on average 6 hrs 5 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 20 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent?
Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent has 7 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent leave?
The earliest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent departs at 06:35. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent depart?
The latest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent departs at 19:25. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £7.43 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent?
There are on average 4 direct connection(s) from Southend-on-Sea to go to Dover, Kent.
What's the fastest journey time between Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Southend-on-Sea and Dover, Kent is 2 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Dover, Kent.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent by bus?
The bus journey from Southend-on-Sea to Dover, Kent creates 4.55kg of CO2 emissions.

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Weekend getaways from Southend-on-Sea

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International routes from Southend-on-Sea and nearby areas

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