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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Cardiff is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £24 - £40.

How far is it from Dorset to Cardiff?

The distance between Dorset and Cardiff is 172 miles. The road distance is 102 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Cardiff without a car is to train via Southampton which takes 4h 53m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Dorset to Cardiff, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dorset to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Cardiff is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Dorset to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1605+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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

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

Train via Southampton
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Southampton Centraltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 53m
£84–162
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Temple Meads Stnbus 376
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 50m
£24–45
Drive 101.4 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Cardiffcar 101.4 mi
2h 31m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Cardiff Centraltrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central
5h 2m
£55–110
Train #2
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Westbury (Wilts)train Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 34m
£55–103

Dorset to Cardiff by bus and train

26Weekly Services

6h 50mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dorset to Cardiff.

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Cardiff Central via Moreton (Dorset) and Southampton Central in around 4h 53m.

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