What is the cheapest way to get from Kent to Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Wales is to train and bus which costs £19 - £85 and takes 6h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kent to Wales?

The fastest way to get from Kent to Wales is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Wales. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Cardiff Central via Ashford International, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Kent to Wales?

The distance between Kent and Wales is 214 miles. The road distance is 194.7 miles.

How do I travel from Kent to Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Kent to Wales without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 38m and costs £60 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Kent to Wales?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Kent to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Wales train from?

Kent to Wales train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Wales train arrive?

Kent to Wales train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Wales is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Kent to Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Kent to Wales?

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Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 912+ hotels available in Wales.

Kent to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kent to Wales 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 via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 38m
£61–192
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus Uk042 / ...
6h 58m
£20–81
Drive 193.6 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Cardiffcar 193.6 mi
3h 22m
£48–69
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 3m
£49–169

Kent to Wales by train and subway

205Weekly Services

3h 38mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Kent, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Lenham to Cardiff Central via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 38m.

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