Cardiff to Dover bus with National Express

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Dover

Buses from Cardiff to Dover run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€25) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

194 miles (313 km)

Average bus duration

7h 53m

Cheapest ticket price

$28 (€25)

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

7h 15m

First bus

03:15

Last bus

20:21

Price information

Bus companies: National Express from Cardiff to Dover

You can travel by bus from Cardiff to Dover with National Express for as low as $17 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Cardiff - Dover bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Bus information from Cardiff to Dover with National Express:

Average Duration: 7 h 20 min
Cheapest Price: $17

FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to Dover

FAQs: Take the bus from Cardiff to Dover with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Dover.

Cheap bus tickets from Cardiff to Dover can start from as little as $28 (€25) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cardiff to Dover is $37 (€33); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time between Cardiff and Dover is on average 7 h 15 min for the 194 mile (313 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Cardiff and Dover by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Cardiff to Dover leaves at 3: 15AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Cardiff to Dover leaves at 7: 55PM.

There are 4 buses a day from Cardiff to Dover which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

For the best Cardiff to Dover bus to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services between Cardiff and Dover to compare what amenities they may offer.

The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to Dover by bus is May.

You have options as you can travel from Cardiff to Dover 2 different ways: bus or train.