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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Cardigan is to bus which costs £55 - £150 and takes 13h 31m.

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 24m and costs £75 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Finch Square A via Bus Station, London Victoria and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 31m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Cardigan?

The distance between Folkestone and Cardigan is 330 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 and bus via Swansea which takes 8h 11m and costs £130 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 8h 11m 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 Bus Station.

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 24m to drive from Folkestone to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 872+ 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, bus via Swansea
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 Carmarthentrain
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardigan Rugby Clubbus 460
8h 11m
£133–267
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
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
13h 31m
£59–144
Drive 306.9 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Cardigancar 306.9 mi
5h 24m
£76–110
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Finch Square Abus 460
9h 19m
£136–272
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
9h 30m
£125–256

Folkestone to Cardigan by train, subway, foot, and bus

72Weekly Services

8h 11mAverage Duration

£133Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Cardigan.

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Distance: 328.5 mi
Duration: 8h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Finch Square A via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 13h 31m.

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