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Dover to Sheerness train route details

First train
05:12

Last train
23:18

Journey time
1h 24m

Distance
33 miles

Price
€26.31*
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Check all Dover to Sheerness journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:12 Dover Priory | 06:42 Sheerness-On-Sea | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:18 Dover Priory | 07:42 Sheerness-On-Sea | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:18 Dover Priory | 08:42 Sheerness-On-Sea | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:18 Dover Priory | 09:42 Sheerness-On-Sea | ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:18 Dover Priory | 10:42 Sheerness-On-Sea | ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:18 Dover Priory | 11:42 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Dover to Sheerness

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

Season tickets for frequent travellers
Regular commuters travelling between Dover and Sheerness - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.

Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Dover to Sheerness. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
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

Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets combine flexibility with value, letting you travel on any 8 days within a 28-day period. It's an ideal choice if you don't commute every day but want discounted fares.

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.









