What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Cardiff is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £29 - £60 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Cardiff is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £100 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Kingsway GR via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Cardiff?

The distance between Canterbury and Cardiff is 218 miles. The road distance is 212.2 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Cardiff without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £100 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Canterbury to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Cardiff bus from?

Canterbury to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Cardiff train from?

Canterbury to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Cardiff is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Canterbury to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Canterbury to Cardiff train arrive?

Canterbury to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Cardiff is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Canterbury to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Canterbury to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Canterbury to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Canterbury to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 29m
£103–198
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
6h 45m
£29–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
6h 27m
£42–102
Drive 211 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Cardiffcar 211 mi
3h 39m
£52–74
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 43m
£242–535
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Charing Crosstrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 24m
£103–199
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 53m
£311–1,076
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 47m
£118–277

Canterbury to Cardiff by train and subway

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217.1 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Cardiff Central via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GR via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 27m.

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