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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Cardiff is to car ferry and bus which costs £40 - £170 and takes 13h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £140 - £290.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Cardiff Central via Lille Europe, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Cardiff?

The distance between Dunkirk and Cardiff is 364 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £140 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Dunkirk to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Cardiff train from?

Dunkirk to Cardiff train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Dunkerque station.

What is the time difference between Dunkirk and Cardiff?

Cardiff is 1h behind Dunkirk. It is currently 8:43 PM in Dunkirk and 7:43 PM in Cardiff.

Where does the Dunkirk to Cardiff train arrive?

Dunkirk to Cardiff train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunkirk to Cardiff?

Book your Dunkirk to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1690+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dunkirk to Cardiff by train (Eurostar), bus, train, car, car train, or car ferry

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 Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 27m
£148–283
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Dunkirk to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus
13h 56m
£42–163
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
8h 16m
£110–230
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Cardiffcar
4h 55m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calaiscar
2. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Cardiffcar
6h 4m
£66–129

Dunkirk to Cardiff by bus and train

26Weekly Services

8h 16mAverage Duration

£110Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunkirk to Cardiff.

Launch map view

Distance: 361.4 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Cardiff Central via Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 5h 27m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.