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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ramsgate is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £30 - £70 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ramsgate is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ramsgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ramsgate. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Harbour via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ramsgate?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ramsgate. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ramsgate via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ramsgate?

The distance between Cardiff and Ramsgate is 234 miles. The road distance is 229.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ramsgate without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 2m and costs £100 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Cardiff to Ramsgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ramsgate bus from?

Cardiff to Ramsgate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ramsgate train from?

Cardiff to Ramsgate train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ramsgate?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ramsgate is to train via London which takes 4h 2m and costs £100 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ramsgate bus arrive?

Cardiff to Ramsgate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Cardiff to Ramsgate train arrive?

Cardiff to Ramsgate train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ramsgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ramsgate is 229 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Cardiff to Ramsgate.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Ramsgate?

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Cardiff to Ramsgate - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Ramsgate by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 2m
£107–228
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Harbourbus 022
8h 20m
£31–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Harbourbus 022
8h 12m
£43–111
Drive 228.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ramsgatecar 228.1 mi
3h 56m
£56–81
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ramsgatetrain
7h 42m
£348–646
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Ramsgatetrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate
5h 19m
£107–229
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Ramsgatetrain
7h 24m
£349–574
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ramsgatetrain
7h 44m
£101–291

Cardiff to Ramsgate by train and subway

191Weekly Services

4h 2mAverage Duration

£107Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.5 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ramsgate, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Ramsgate via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Harbour via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 12m.

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