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 25m.

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 25m 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 St Clears Chemist via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Whitland via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

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 via London which takes 6h 54m and costs £230 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m 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.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Cardigan train from?

Folkestone to Cardigan train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Cardigan is to train via London which takes 6h 54m and costs £230 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £140 - £220 and takes 11h 18m.

Where does the Folkestone to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Cardigan train arrive?

Folkestone to Cardigan train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Cardigan is 309 miles. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Folkestone to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 876+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Whitlandtrain
6h 54m
£233–360
Drive 306.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Cardigancar 306.9 mi
5h 25m
£77–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Clears Chemistbus 508
11h 18m
£148–212
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Whitlandtrain
7h 41m
£233–360
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Clunderwentrain
11h 53m
£173–259

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Distance: 329.8 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

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 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Cardigan via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and St Clears Chemist in around 11h 18m.

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