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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Whitstable is to bus via Kingsway GD which costs £14 - £40 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Whitstable is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Whitstable via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Whitstable?

The distance between Cardiff and Whitstable is 208 miles. The road distance is 212.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Cardiff to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Whitstable is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Cardiff to Whitstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Whitstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Whitstable is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Cardiff to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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Cardiff to Whitstable - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Whitstable by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to WhitstableLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 24m
£55–135
Bus via Kingsway GD
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Long Reach007 / ...
6h 50m
£14–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Long Reach007 / ...
6h 42m
£15–42
Drive 211.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Whitstable211.3 mi
3h 38m
£53–77

Cardiff to Whitstable by train and subway

86Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.2 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Whitstable via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Horsebridge via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Long Reach in around 6h 42m.

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