What is the cheapest way to get from Isle of Wight to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Wight to Cardiff is to ferry and bus which costs £60 - £110 and takes 7h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Isle of Wight to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Isle of Wight to Cardiff is to ferry and train which takes 5h 34m and costs £55 - £190.

How far is it from Isle of Wight to Cardiff?

The distance between Isle of Wight and Cardiff is 135 miles.

How do I travel from Isle of Wight to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Isle of Wight to Cardiff without a car is to ferry and train which takes 5h 34m and costs £55 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Isle of Wight to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Isle of Wight to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1514+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Isle of Wight to Cardiff - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Isle of Wight to Cardiff by ferry, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from East Cowes Ferry Terminal to Southampton Vehicle Ferry TerminalEast Cowes Ferry
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 34m
£56–188
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Hoverport to Southsea Hoverport
2. Take the bus from International Port Coach Stop to Heathrow Terminal 5030
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
7h 1m
£63–110

Isle of Wight to Cardiff by bus, ferry, and train

109Weekly Services

5h 34mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Isle of Wight, England and Cardiff, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Isle of Wight to Cardiff. However, you can take the line 5 bus to Well Road, walk to East Cowes Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal, walk to Platform Tavern, take the line 19 bus to Central Station, walk to Southampton Central, then take the train to Cardiff Central. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Transport Interchange, Ryde Hoverport, Southsea Hoverport, International Port Coach Stop, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 7h 1m.

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