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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Wales is to bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Wales is to train via London which takes 3h 36m and costs £60 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Wales. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Kingsway GR via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Wales. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Dover to Wales?

The distance between Dover and Wales is 225 miles. The road distance is 225.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Wales without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 36m and costs £60 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Dover to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Wales train from?

Dover to Wales train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Wales?

The best way to get from Dover to Wales is to train via London which takes 3h 36m and costs £60 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Dover to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Wales train arrive?

Dover to Wales train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Wales is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Dover to Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Dover to Wales?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dover to Wales?

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Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1636+ hotels available in Wales.

Dover to Wales - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Dover to Wales by train, bus, car, 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.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 36m
£62–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
7h 38m
£18–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 36m
£35–92
Drive 224.2 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Cardiffcar 224.2 mi
3h 50m
£55–79
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
6h 48m
£84–338
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 24m
£59–179

Dover to Wales by train and subway

121Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Cardiff Central via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Kingsway GR via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 38m.

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