What is the cheapest way to get from Dover to Cardigan?

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Cardigan is to bus which costs £29 - £80 and takes 12h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover to Cardigan?

The fastest way to get from Dover to Cardigan is to drive which takes 5h 30m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Finch Square A via Bus Station, London Victoria and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 33m.

How far is it from Dover to Cardigan?

The distance between Dover and Cardigan is 338 miles. The road distance is 316.1 miles.

How do I travel from Dover to Cardigan without a car?

The best way to get from Dover to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus via Swansea which takes 7h 54m and costs £75 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Dover to Cardigan?

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Dover to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Cardigan bus from?

Dover to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Dover to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Cardigan is 316 miles. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Dover to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 824+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Dover to Cardigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Cardigan 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, bus via Swansea
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardigan Rugby Clubbus 460
7h 54m
£76–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rose and Crownbus 508
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
12h 33m
£30–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dover to Birminghambus
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
11h 15m
£35–68
Drive 314.2 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Cardigancar 314.2 mi
5h 30m
£77–112
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Finch Square Abus 460
9h 4m
£76–235

Dover to Cardigan by train, subway, foot, and bus

121Weekly Services

7h 54mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dover to Cardigan.

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Distance: 335.8 mi
Duration: 7h 54m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Cardigan, Wales?

You can take a bus from Priory Street to Finch Square A via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 12h 33m.

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