Dover to London Private Transfer: Meet and Greet Service

A driver holding your name, waiting inside the terminal.

A private minivan transfer picks you up from Dover Cruise Terminal and takes you to your central London hotel or address, with a driver meeting you by name inside the terminal and handling your luggage. You choose your vehicle size (minivan, 7-seater van, or 8-seater van) based on your group and baggage, and select your preferred pickup time. The driver arrives 5–10 minutes early to ensure you're never late despite traffic.

The experience

The driver meets you inside Dover Cruise Terminal holding a board with your name, then helps load your luggage into the vehicle. From there, it's a direct route to your London address (typically 2 to 2.7 hours depending on traffic) with no stops or detours. The service covers central London postcodes across the West End, Mayfair, Bayswater, Kensington, Bloomsbury and Covent Garden, plus East London areas including Tower of London, Canary Wharf and Liverpool Street.

You pick the vehicle that fits your group: a minivan for up to four adults with four large and four small suitcases; a 7-seater van for up to seven adults with seven of each; or an 8-seater van for up to eight adults with eight large and eight small suitcases. The pricing is set by vehicle type and luggage capacity, so you know the cost upfront. Oversized items like foldable wheelchairs or walkers may have restrictions, so confirm with the operator before travel if you're carrying anything beyond standard luggage.

What’s included

• One-way private transfer from Dover Cruise Terminal to your London hotel or address.
• meet and greet service with a driver holding your name.
• luggage assistance.
• private vehicle transport.

Options for this experience

3 options

7-Seater VanUp to 8 per booking · No fixed timeThe vehicle seats up to 7 passengers, with room for 7 large suitcases and 7 small ones. Pickup is included.

8-Seater VanUp to 8 per booking · No fixed timeThe vehicle seats up to 7 passengers, with room for 7 large suitcases and 7 small ones. Pickup is included.

MinivanUp to 4 per booking · No fixed timeThis vehicle holds up to 4 passengers, with space for 4 large suitcases and 4 small ones. Pickup is included.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 10 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by EC Minibus

Is this one for you?Book a minivan if you're traveling as a small group with standard luggage. Choose the 7-seater or 8-seater van if your party is larger or you're carrying more bags than the minivan holds. The fixed pricing by vehicle type means you pay only for the space you need.

Top questions

How do I know the driver will find me at Dover Cruise Terminal?

Your driver arrives 5–10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time and waits inside the terminal holding a board with your name on it, so you spot them as soon as you clear the ship.

Can I choose where in London the transfer drops me off?

Yes, you can be dropped at any central London hotel or address within the service zones: West End, Mayfair, Kensington, Bloomsbury, Covent Garden, or East London areas like Tower of London and Canary Wharf.

What if my flight or ship is delayed? Will the driver wait?

The driver is timed to your scheduled pickup time. If your arrival is delayed, contact the operator as soon as possible so they can adjust the pickup accordingly.

How much luggage fits in each vehicle?

The minivan holds four large and four small suitcases for up to four adults; the 7-seater van holds seven of each for up to seven adults; the 8-seater van holds eight of each for up to eight adults. Excess luggage beyond these amounts may incur additional charges.

Is the price the same no matter which London address I choose?

The price is based on your vehicle type and luggage capacity, not on your specific London destination within the service zones, so any central London hotel or address costs the same.