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How to get fromCardiff to Shanklinby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Cardiff to Shanklin by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, Catamaran

    best
    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbourtrain train Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour
    2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry ferry
    5h 13m
    £77–134

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to The Hard Interchangebus bus Cp1
    2. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry ferry IOW Hovercraft
    6h 9m
    £50–72

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  • Distance: 152.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 13m

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

There is no direct connection from Cardiff to Shanklin. However, you can take the train to Portsmouth Harbour, walk to Portsmouth, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Shanklin. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Youth Centre via The Hard Interchange, Hovertravel Stop, Southsea Hoverport, Ryde Hoverport, and Transport Interchange in around 6h 9m.

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