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 £55 - £140 and takes 13h 20m.

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 13h 20m.

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 which takes 8h 54m and costs £130 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 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 896+ 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
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardigan Rugby Clubbus 460
8h 54m
£139–286
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
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
13h 20m
£59–139
Train, bus via Newport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Finch Square Abus 460
11h 28m
£86–179
Drive 314.2 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Cardigancar 314.2 mi
5h 30m
£77–112
Train, bus #2
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 53m
£141–282

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

76Weekly Services

8h 54mAverage Duration

£139Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dover to Cardigan.

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Distance: 335.7 mi
Duration: 8h 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 13h 20m.

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