You can reach the White Cliffs of Dover from London by car, public transport or tour. If arriving in Dover by public transport, you will need to either walk or take a taxi from the station or town centre to the cliffs. If travelling by car, you can park at the White Cliffs of Dover National Trust car park.
How far are white cliffs Dover from train station?
It’s easy to reach White Cliffs of Dover, in Kent, by train. Simply hop on a train to Dover Priory station and then it’s only just over 2 miles walk along the coast – but it is quite hilly in parts.
What is the closest city to the White Cliffs of Dover?
Thanks much in advance. The nearest city to the White Cliffs of Dover and the Seven Sisters is Brighton and Hove.
What is the best way to see the White Cliffs of Dover?
The best way to see the cliffs is to take a walk along the coastal path towards South Foreland Lighthouse. You’ll get a great view of the cliffs and also see the chalk grassland that’s home to so many unusual plants and insects like the chalkhill blue butterfly and the pyramidal orchid.
How do I get to the cliffs of Dover from the train station?
Line 102 bus, taxi • 15 min
- Take the line 102 bus from Dover Priory station to Dover, Pencester Road 102 /
- Take a taxi from Dover, Pencester Road to White Cliffs of Dover.
How do I get to the White Cliffs of Dover from London by train?
Getting to Dover from London by Train
It is possible to reach Dover by train from London via three different lines: St Pancras to Dover Priory: 1 hour 4 minutes. Victoria to Dover Priory: 1 hour 58 minutes (direct) or 1 hour 46 minutes (1 change) Charing Cross to Dover Priory: 1 hour 54 minutes (1 change)
Is White Cliffs worth visiting?
Australia’s oldest commercial opal field, White Cliffs is one of the only places in the world where white opal is found. It is also famous for its rare ‘pineapple’ opals with distinctive spiky shapes. Take an underground tour and see a working mine on a Red Earth Opal Mine Tour. You might even strike it lucky.
Do you have to pay to see the White Cliffs of Dover?
You’ll have to pay for parking at the White Cliffs National Trust car park unless you’re a member (like me!). This is really the only car park in the area and is therefore well worth the cost thanks to the easy access to the cliffs, the walking trails, a café and toilets it grants you!
Is Dover a good day trip from London?
Dover is just over an hour from London by train making it the perfect day tripping option for those interested in seeing some of the English countryside in addition to your time spent in London.
How long does it take to walk the White Cliffs of Dover?
3-4 hours
Take care on the clifftops and stick to the marked coastal footpath. Some sections of the White Cliffs include very steep drops. DISTANCE – 10 miles (16 km) linear walk. 3-4 hours walking time.
Can you stay in the lighthouse at the White Cliffs of Dover?
The South Foreland Lighthouse is one of the most famous Victorian landmarks of the area and offers some of this picturesque area’s best views. While most visitors only come for the day, you can now actually stay in one of the most historically significant National Trust locations.
Where do the White Cliffs start and end?
The White Cliffs of Dover is the region of English coastline facing the Strait of Dover and France.
Is the road sealed to White Cliffs?
Driving from Menindee to White Cliffs gives you the best of both worlds! 158 km of unsealed road on the western side of the Darling River to Wilcannia and continue the 92 km to White Cliffs along the sealed Opal Miners Way. You will definitely get the chance to experience a dusty outback road!
Can you walk on the beach at the White Cliffs of Dover?
Apart from Langdon Stairs, there is no beach level accessibility from the White Cliffs of Dover property through to St Margaret’s Bay. It is largely unsafe to swim below the cliffs between Kingsdown and The Port of Dover or towards France without authorisation.
Is Dover worth visiting?
The secret wartime tunnels, roman lighthouse and St Mary in Castro church all make Dover Castle one of the best castles to visit in England.
Are there tunnels in the White Cliffs of Dover?
The network of tunnels within the white cliffs beneath Dover Castle served as a barracks for soldiers during the Napoleonic Wars, became a headquarters and hospital during the Second World War, and were equipped to serve as a Regional Seat of Government in the 1960s in the event of nuclear war.
Does Eurostar go to Dover?
Eurostar is a high-speed railway service connecting Dover to Calais, crossing the Channel Tunnel. Each day Eurostar tickets are available from – to travel from Dover to Calais.
Where do you catch the train for the Channel Tunnel?
Our passenger only Eurostar trains, leave from St Pancras International station in London (some services also take on passengers in Ebbsfleet and Ashford in Kent) and go directly to the centre of Paris, Brussels and the other Eurostar destinations in Europe.
Does Dover have a train station?
Dover Priory railway station is the southern terminus of the South Eastern Main Line in England, and is the main station serving the town of Dover, Kent, the other open station being Kearsney, on the outskirts.
What do you do at White Cliffs?
Things to See and Do
- Exploring the Town.
- Heritage Trail.
- Bill O’Reilly Oval.
- St Mary’s Anglican Church.
- White Cliffs Solar Power Station.
- Post Office.
- Pioneer Children’s Cemetery.
- Historic Dugouts – The Blocks.
What do people do for fun in White Cliffs?
White Cliffs Country has a unique place in history, you could spend weeks here as you explore our amazing castles, museums and beautiful gardens. From exploring wide and open countryside to playing at championship golf courses and discovering water-sports, you’ll be spoilt for choice for fun things to do.