Yes Coaches arranges coach hire and minibus hire in Dover for groups of 8 to 72 passengers, always with a professional driver. A journey can start in Dover, collect from Folkestone or Deal on the way and finish anywhere in the UK.
Send the pickup, destination, date and group size with the quote form and the booking team replies with vehicle options and a price. The booking line, 0203 870 5196, is open 9am to 6pm, 7 days a week.
Dover coach hire at a glance
| Area | Dover, South East (all South East locations) |
|---|---|
| Nearest airports | London Southend Airport (about 41 miles), London City Airport (about 61 miles) |
| Nearby areas we cover | Folkestone (7 miles), Deal (8 miles), Canterbury (15 miles), Ramsgate (15 miles) |
| Local venues and trips | Dover Castle and Port of Dover transfers |
| Vehicle sizes | 8 and 16 seat minibuses, 17 to 30 seat midi coaches, 31 to 72 seat coaches |
| Booking line | 0203 870 5196, Monday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm |
Distances are straight-line estimates. Road distances are longer.
Coach hire in Dover
For groups of 17 or more, a midi coach (17 to 30 seats) or a full-size coach (31 to 72 seats) keeps everyone on one vehicle with room for luggage. Popular coach trips from Dover include coastal events and seafront trips, harbour or ferry group travel, London events, and race meetings.
Coach hire in Dover is priced per journey, not per seat. The price depends on the route, the date, the vehicle size and any waiting time. A coach can collect from a home, hotel, school, workplace or meeting point in Dover.
Minibus hire in Dover
For smaller groups, minibus hire in Dover covers 8 seat and 16 seat vehicles with a driver. They suit airport runs, nights out, weddings, family events and business trips, and can make several pickups around Dover, Folkestone and Deal.
Airport transfers from Dover
The nearest airports to Dover are London Southend Airport, about 41 miles away, and London City Airport, about 61 miles away. Group airport transfers can be booked one way or return. Add flight numbers, terminals and luggage so the right vehicle is sent.
Pickups from railway stations and hotels in and around Dover can be added to the same booking.
Events, sport and days out from Dover
Local favourites include Dover Castle and Port of Dover transfers. For fixtures, concerts and festivals, give the venue, the drop-off point and the return time so the driver waits in the right place.
See sports and event transport and tours and day trips.
Weddings, schools and business travel in Dover
Weddings. Shuttle guests between the ceremony, the reception and hotels in and around Dover. Wedding transport
Schools and colleges. Educational visits, sports fixtures and trips for pupils and staff from Dover. School transport
Business. Staff shuttles, conferences, team days and hotel transfers for companies in Dover. Corporate travel
Which vehicle for your group?
| Group size | Vehicle | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 8 | 8 seat minibus or MPV | Airport runs, small business trips |
| 9 to 16 | 16 seat minibus | Nights out, weddings, sports teams |
| 17 to 30 | Midi coach | School trips, clubs, corporate groups |
| 31 to 72 | Full-size coach | Large events, tours, festivals |
Mention luggage, sports kit, instruments or accessibility needs so the right vehicle is quoted. See the full fleet.
Popular routes from Dover
How to book coach hire in Dover
- Enter the pickup, destination, date and number of passengers in the quote form.
- Add your name, phone and email, or send the details on WhatsApp.
- The booking team replies with vehicle options and a price.
- Confirm the booking and the driver meets your group at the agreed pickup point.
Coach hire in Dover: questions
How much does coach hire in Dover cost?
The price depends on the distance, journey time, date, vehicle size and any waiting time, so each quote is worked out for your route. Send the full journey through the quote form for a price with no obligation. To keep coach hire in Dover cheap, use one larger vehicle rather than two small ones, keep pickups to the stops you need and book busy dates early.
What is the nearest airport to Dover?
London Southend Airport is the nearest, about 41 miles from Dover in a straight line. London City Airport is about 61 miles away. Both can be booked as group airport transfers, one way or return.
Can you collect passengers from Folkestone and Deal?
Yes. Add each pickup in the order you need them. Nearby areas we cover include Folkestone, Deal, Canterbury and Ramsgate.
Is minibus hire available in Dover?
Yes. 8 seat and 16 seat minibuses with a driver are available in Dover for smaller groups, airport runs, nights out and family events.
Do you have a depot in Dover?
Yes Coaches arranges each vehicle around your route rather than from a depot in every town. The journey is planned from your pickup point in Dover and quoted on that basis.
Can the journey go outside South East?
Yes. A booking can start or finish in Dover and travel anywhere in the UK, including multi-day tours.