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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Cardiff is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 36m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at University RE via King Street and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Cardiff. 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 37m.

How far is it from Kent to Cardiff?

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

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

The best way to get from Kent to Cardiff without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 37m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Kent to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Cardiff bus from?

Kent to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Kent to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Kent to Cardiff is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 37m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Kent to Cardiff bus arrive?

Kent to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Kent to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kent to Cardiff?

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

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

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Kent to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kent to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 37m
£96–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
6h 36m
£29–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
5h 49m
£41–70
Drive 193.6 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Cardiffcar 193.6 mi
3h 22m
£48–70
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria 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
8h 17m
£111–261
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 1m
£88–157

Kent to Cardiff by train and subway

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 213 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Kent, England and Cardiff, 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 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to University RE via King Street and London Victoria in around 6h 36m.

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