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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Cardiff to Dover

Cheapest
3 h 55 min
Car
366 km.
from $20
Other
4 h 19 min
Bus
403 km.
from €28.08
3 h 56 min
314 km.
from $189.50
6 h 40 min
314 km.
from $77.98
6 h 30 min
Bus, Train
313 km.
from $87.10
4 h 43 min
314 km.
from $273.93

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Herbert Street to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from London Victoria to Dover
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$215.18

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Cardiff to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$88.60
Train from London Victoria to Dover
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$88.60
Train from London Charing Cross to Dover
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$88.60

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dover?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dover is to bus which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dover?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dover is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dover. However, there are services departing from Cardiff and arriving at Dover - Ferry via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Dover. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Dover Priory via Paddington station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dover?

The distance between Cardiff and Dover is 360 km. The road distance is 364.3 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Dover without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dover without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 56m and costs $141.30 - $271.74 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Dover?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Cardiff to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dover bus from?

Cardiff to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardiff station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dover train from?

Cardiff to Dover train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dover?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dover is to train via London which takes 3h 56m and costs $141.30 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dover bus arrive?

Cardiff to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Cardiff to Dover train arrive?

Cardiff to Dover train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dover is 364 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Cardiff to Dover.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Dover?

Book your Cardiff to Dover train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dover?

There are 920+ hotels available in Dover. Prices start at $57.04 per night.
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