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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Cardigan is to drive which costs £75 - £110 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Cardigan is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs £75 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Finch Square A via London Victoria and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 29m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Cardigan?

The distance between Folkestone and Cardigan is 332 miles. The road distance is 308.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Cardigan without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs £140 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Folkestone to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Cardigan bus from?

Folkestone to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Cardigan is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs £140 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 29m.

Where does the Folkestone to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Cardigan is 309 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Folkestone to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 828+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone 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 Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swansea
3. Take the train from Swansea to Whitland
6h 56m
£143–315
Train, bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
9h 18m
£53–195
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rose and Crown508
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square A460
12h 29m
Drive 306.9 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Cardigan306.9 mi
5h 21m
£75–109
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Cross
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Carmarthen
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square A460
9h 13m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Folkestone to Cardigan.

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Distance: 329.8 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Cardigan via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Swansea, and Whitland in around 6h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Finch Square A via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 12h 29m.

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