Dover to Faversham by train

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Overview: trains from Dover to Faversham

Find the key information for travelling by train from Dover to Faversham, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:30 View journey
Last train 23:18 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 28m View journey
Distance (km) 36
Trains / day 49 View all
Cheapest journey €7.24 View journey
Avg journey time 44m
Train operators 1

Travelling from Dover to Faversham by train

Considering a train trip from Dover to Faversham? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Dover and Faversham

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically €7.24, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of €7, and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to €7.

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train timetable for travel between Dover and Faversham

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Dover to Faversham by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 04:30

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 23:18

  • First daily departure (weekend): 05:12

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:10

  • Average number of daily trains: 49 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 21 minutes

Average train travel time and distance from Dover to Faversham

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 28 minutes, spanning 36 kilometres in total.

When are tickets between Dover and Faversham available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Dover and Faversham can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

More information on train travel from Dover to Faversham

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Faversham city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Dover to Faversham

Want to know more about your journey from Dover to Faversham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Dover and Faversham covers 36 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.