The average train between Deal and Cardiff takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Deal to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Deal and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Deal is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:36 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Deal to Cardiff? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Deal to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Deal station and arriving at Cardiff station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Deal to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Deal station.
Deal to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Deal to Cardiff train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Deal and Cardiff is 319.6 km. The road distance is 375 km.
You can take a train from Deal to Cardiff Central via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h.