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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Cardigan is to bus and train which costs £35 - £70 and takes 11h 23m.

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 Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal and arriving at Finch Square A via London Victoria and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.

How far is it from Dover to Cardigan?

The distance between Dover and Cardigan is 339 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 which takes 7h 7m and costs £130 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 7h 7m 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 FlixBus, depart from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal station.

Train or bus from Dover to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Dover to Cardigan is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs £130 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 44m.

Where does the Dover to Cardigan bus arrive?

Dover to Cardigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

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 825+ 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
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 Whitlandtrain
7h 7m
£138–315
Bus, train
cheapest
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 23m
£38–68
Drive 314.2 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Cardigancar 314.2 mi
5h 30m
£77–111
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 Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
9h 23m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal to London Victoriabus 814 / ...
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
11h 44m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dover to Cardigan.

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Distance: 337 mi
Duration: 7h 7m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Cardigan via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Swansea, and Whitland in around 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal to Finch Square A via London Victoria, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 11h 44m.

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