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

The cheapest way to get from Cowes to Cardiff is to ferry and train which costs £75 - £190 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowes to Cardiff is to ferry and train which takes 4h 18m and costs £75 - £190.

How far is it from Cowes to Cardiff?

The distance between Cowes and Cardiff is 129 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowes to Cardiff without a car is to ferry and train which takes 4h 18m and costs £75 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Cowes to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1563+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Cowes to Cardiff - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and plane

There are 2 ways to get from Cowes to Cardiff by ferry, train, or plane

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

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry TerminalRedJet West Cowes
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff CentralFareham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 18m
£75–185
Ferry, fly, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Bristol Airport (BRS)SOU - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 11m
£71–274

Cowes to Cardiff by ferry, bus, and train

106Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cowes to Cardiff.

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Distance: 127.8 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

There is no direct connection from Cowes to Cardiff. However, you can take the ferry to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, walk to Platform Tavern, take the line 19 bus to Central Station, walk to Southampton Central, then take the train to Cardiff Central. Alternatively, you can take the ferry to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, walk to Platform Tavern, take the bus to ASDA & Marlands, walk to Southampton Central, take the train to Southampton Airport Parkway, walk to Southampton Airport (SOU) airport, fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), walk to Public Transport Interchange, take the bus to Temple Meads Stn, walk to Bristol Temple Meads, then take the train to Cardiff Central.

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