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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Kent is to bus and train which costs £45 - £85 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Kent is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Kent. However, there are services departing from Kiveton Bridge and arriving at Lenham via Retford, London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Wales to Kent?

The distance between Wales and Kent is 219 miles. The road distance is 200.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Kent without a car is to train via Retford which takes 4h 1m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Wales to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Kent train from?

Wales to Kent train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.

Where does the Wales to Kent train arrive?

Wales to Kent train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Wales to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Kent is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Wales to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

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

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

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Train via Retford
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 1m
£75–150
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to London Victoriabus Ukx010 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
6h 55m
£45–82
Drive 199.1 mi
1. Drive from Wales to Kentcar 199.1 mi
3h 23m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
5h 33m
£114–187

Wales to Kent by train

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Distance: 218 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Wales, England and Kent, England?

You can take a train from Kiveton Bridge to Lenham via Retford, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h 1m.

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