Dover, Kent to Cardiff Train
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Dover, Kent to Cardiff by train
The journey from Dover, Kent to Cardiff by train is 195.17 mi and takes 4 hrs 47 mins. There are 19 connections per day, with the first departure at 04:30 and the last at 20:48. It is possible to travel from Dover, Kent to Cardiff by train for as little as £117.08 or as much as £182.34. The best price for this journey is £117.08.
| Lowest Price | £117.08 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 47 mins |
| Connection per Day | South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern, Great Western Railway 19 |
| Lowest Price | South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern, Great Western Railway £117.08 |
| Highest Price | South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern, Great Western Railway £182.34 |
| First Departure | South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern, Great Western Railway 04:30 |
| Last Departure | South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern, Great Western Railway 20:48 |
| Distance | South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern, Great Western Railway 195.17 mi |
| Departure | South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern, Great Western Railway Dover, Kent |
| Arrival | South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern, Great Western Railway Cardiff |
| Carriers | South Western Railway, Southeastern South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern, Great Western Railway |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Dover, Kent to Cardiff
The cheapest Dover, Kent - Cardiff train tickets can be found for as low as £30.31 if you’re lucky, or £33.95 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £36.67.
Find the best day to travel to Cardiff by train
When travelling to Cardiff by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board South Western Railway, Southeastern and Thameslink from Dover, Kent to Cardiff
Compare services on board when travelling from Dover, Kent to Cardiff by train.
| Facilities | South Western Railway | Southeastern | Thameslink | Southern | Great Western Railway |
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Dover, Kent to Cardiff CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
21.99kg
Bus
23.56kg
Flight
62.82kg
Car
50.26kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Dover, Kent to Cardiff by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Dover, Kent and Cardiff are 21.99kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Dover, Kent and Cardiff? By taking the train between Dover, Kent and Cardiff you will save 40.83kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.57kg compared to a bus and 28.27kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Dover, Kent to Cardiff?
A train ticket from Dover, Kent to Cardiff is £133.35. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £117.08.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Dover, Kent to Cardiff?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Dover, Kent to Cardiff is £117.08. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Dover, Kent and Cardiff by train?
Dover, Kent to Cardiff is 195.17 mi.
How long does the train between Dover, Kent and Cardiff take?
Dover, Kent to Cardiff is on average 4 hrs 47 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 45 mins.
Which companies operate from Dover, Kent to Cardiff?
The train journey from Dover, Kent to Cardiff is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern and Great Western Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Dover, Kent to Cardiff?
Dover, Kent to Cardiff has 19 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Dover, Kent to Cardiff leave?
The earliest train from Dover, Kent to Cardiff departs at 04:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Dover, Kent to Cardiff depart?
The latest train from Dover, Kent to Cardiff departs at 20:48. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Dover, Kent to Cardiff in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £117.08 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Dover, Kent to Cardiff by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Dover, Kent and Cardiff is 3 hrs 45 mins.
Is there a direct train from Dover, Kent to Cardiff?
Yes, there is a direct train between Dover, Kent and Cardiff.
What are the CO2 emissions for Dover, Kent to Cardiff by train?
The train journey from Dover, Kent to Cardiff creates 21.99kg of CO2 emissions.