Know Before You Go - Guidance for travel in White Cliffs Country

Cruise Visitor Information in Dover

We have the second busiest cruise port in the UK, miles of beautiful, unspoilt coastline and our internationally famous White Cliffs are known throughout the world.

Dover has long been one of the world's premier seaports, with centuries of maritime heritage. Today the experience at Dover is a singularly modern one. Just minutes from the Channel shipping lanes and less than two hours' drive from London, Dover is perfect for both turnarounds and port of call visits. Dover has two dedicated cruise terminals. Terminal 1 is a characterful conversion of a stylish Victorian railway station. Terminal 2 is a sleek, modern building that offers state of the art facilities. To find out more about the Port of Dover please visit their dedicated cruise content website page.

But what makes Dover so special is its impressive location. With the world-famous White Cliffs dominated by Dover Castle, the approach from the sea is a unique experience.

Why not find out more by clicking on the headings below.

Shuttle Service

Cruise Shuttle Bus from Dover Cruise Terminals to the Town Centre and Dover Castle

Shuttle buses operate a ‘hop on’ and ‘hop off’ day service from the Cruise Terminal to Dover's Market Square (Dover town centre, Dover Museum and the Roman Painted House), calling at Dover Castle.
- Services operate from 8am to 6pm
- The buses run every 20 minutes
Cruise Bus Service from Dover Town Centre to the White Cliffs of Dover
- Service runs every hour on the hour from 10am to 4pm
- YMS bus leaves Market Square (Dover town centre, Dover Museum and the Roman Painted House), passes by Dover Castle to the White Cliffs of Dover Visitor Centre (National Trust)
- YMS bus returns an hour later
- Last return bus leaves at 5pm from the White Cliffs and calls at Dover Castle
Tickets
- Tickets are £5 - €7 - $8 US dollars
- Your ticket is for the day and you can use it as many times as you like
- Your ticket can be used for the Shuttle buses operating between the Cruise Terminals, Market Square and Dover Castle and the hourly bus service to the White Cliffs of Dover
Tickets are sold by:
- Dover Visitor Information Centre & Dover Museum (cash and cards accepted)
- The driver on the YMS bus (cash only - buses do not have card facilities)
Please check the website www.bluebuscompany.co.uk/blue-bus-company for details or changes to the timetable.

Please note: although walking from the White Cliffs to Dover Castle looks easy and close on the map, the road connecting them has no footway. For safety reasons you are advised to use the shuttle service provided instead of attempting to walk.
Parking (Long term parking)

The following car parks offer secure long term parking:
- Cruise Terminal
  To park your car at the Cruise Terminal, please contact The Port of Dover - Cruise Car Parking.
  Tel: 0844 504 1771
  Email: carparking@doverport.co.uk
- Eastern Docks
  The Port of Dover has a multi storey car park for short and long term parking
  Tel: 01304 240400
- Relyon Car Parking
  Park and Ride service operating with buses going to both Dover Eastern Docks and Cruise Terminals.
  Tel: 01304 201227
  Email: info@relyongroup.co.uk
- Port Parking
  Tel: 01304 210880
  Email: parking@portshipping.co.uk
Travel Advice

Within easy access of Kent, London, East Sussex and the Continent, White Cliffs Country is perfect for a great getaway of any length or duration.

Around one hour from central London by train (High Speed 1), connected by two motorways (M20 and M2) and just 75 minutes from Calais on a cross-Channel ferry, White Cliffs Country couldn't be easier to visit, discover and explore.

Dover Cruise Port (Turnaround and Port of Call) and the Channel Tunnel are also only moments away.

Plan your perfect visit by downloading our Visitor Guide packed with ideas and inspiration for great days out, overnight trips and much more.

Whilst you’re here drop into one of the Visitor Information Centres in Dover, Deal and Sandwich for friendly, helpful advice.
Taxis

There are several taxi firms in Dover.
- Star Taxis: 01304 211111 / 01304 228822
- A2B Cars: 01304 225588
- Central Taxis: 01304 204040 / 01304 240441
- Dover Royal Cars: 0800 5244 305 / 01304 210210
- County Cars & Taxis: 01304 208208 / 01304 202027
- All Destinations: 01304 215936
- Dover Club Travel: 01304 204420
All Taxis are required to have a license.

Please visit the Dover District Council Website for details of taxi operators within White Cliffs Country.
Car Hire

There are several places where you are able to hire a vehicle.
- Avis Rent-A-Car - Arrivals Hall, Eastern Docks, Dover CT16 1JA - 0844 544 6055
- Enterprise - The Cabin Swingbridge car park Dover CT17 9BN - 01304 242526
- Europcar - 116 Snargate Street Dover CT17 9DA - 01304 201834
- Hertz - 173-177 Snargate Street, Dover CT17 9BL - 0843 3093023
- National Car Rental - 116 Snargate Street, Dover CT17 9DA - 0871 3843490
- Practical Car Hire - 17 Elms Vale Road, Dover - 01227 478008
- Nationwide Hire UK