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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Cardiff is to bus which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Cecil Square and arriving at University RE via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Margate to Cardiff?

The distance between Margate and Cardiff is 239 miles. The road distance is 227 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Margate to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Margate to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Margate to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Margate to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Margate to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Margate to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Margate to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Cardiff is 227 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Margate to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 3m
£113–214
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
8h 35m
£45–113
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Margate to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
6h 7m
£53–96
Drive 225.7 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Cardiffcar 225.7 mi
3h 55m
£56–81
Train, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Margate 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
7h 28m
£253–553
Train, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Margate to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
8h 45m
£322–1,094

Margate to Cardiff by train and subway

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Distance: 237.8 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Margate to Cardiff Central via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cecil Square to University RE via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 35m.

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