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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Cardiff is to bus via Calais which costs £18 - £40 and takes 11h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Cardiff is to car ferry and drive which takes 5h 22m and costs £85 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Kingsway GD via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Calais to Cardiff?

The distance between Calais and Cardiff is 245 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 34m and costs £50 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Calais to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Cardiff bus from?

Calais to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Where does the Calais to Cardiff bus arrive?

Calais to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Calais and Cardiff?

Cardiff is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 9:05 AM in Calais and 8:05 AM in Cardiff.

How do I get a bus ticket from Calais to Cardiff?

Book your Calais to Cardiff bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1520+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Calais to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, Eurotunnel, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Cardiff by bus, train, car train, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoria700 / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 34m
£54–141
Bus via Calais
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University RE507 / ...
11h 14m
£18–38
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonele shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Cardiff
4h 29m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoria700 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GDUk042 / ...
7h 49m
£19–52
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Cardiff
5h 22m
£87–122

Calais to Cardiff by bus, foot, subway, and train

201Weekly Services

6h 34mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 243.2 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Calais to Kingsway GD via London Victoria in around 7h 49m.

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