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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Wales is to train and bus which costs £55 - £100 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Wales is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £100 - £190.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Wales. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Dover to Wales?

The distance between Dover and Wales is 225 miles. The road distance is 225.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Wales without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Dover to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Wales train from?

Dover to Wales train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Where does the Dover to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Wales is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Dover to Wales.

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1769+ hotels available in Wales.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Dover to Wales by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 40m
£102–181
Drive 224.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Cardiffcar 224.2 mi
3h 50m
£56–80
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
6h 40m
£57–96
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 31m
£102–181

Dover to Wales by train and subway

103Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 224 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Cardiff Central via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 40m.

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