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Dover to Cardiff train with Great Western Railway

Sat, Feb 15
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Cheap train tickets from Dover to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Feb 15

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dover to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
01:48PM3h48
Dover
05:36PMCardiff
$811One-way
0 transfers
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
10:45AM4h50
Dover
03:35PMCardiff
$811One-way
0 transfers
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
11:48AM4h49
Dover
04:37PMCardiff
$1641One-way
0 transfers
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
04:55AM4h42
Dover
09:37AMCardiff
$1651One-way
0 transfers

Dover to Cardiff train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, February 15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway11:48AM Dover4h49 04:37PM Cardiff0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway04:55AM Dover4h42 09:37AM Cardiff0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway10:45AM Dover4h50 03:35PM Cardiff0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway01:48PM Dover3h48 05:36PM Cardiff0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Dover to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Feb 15

Fastest Journey

3 h 48 m

Average

4 h 32 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

314 km

Of the 4 trains that leave Dover for Cardiff every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
01:48PM3h48
Dover
05:36PMCardiff
$811One-way
0 transfers
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
04:55AM4h42
Dover
09:37AMCardiff
$1651One-way
0 transfers
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
11:48AM4h49
Dover
04:37PMCardiff
$1641One-way
0 transfers
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
10:45AM4h50
Dover
03:35PMCardiff
$811One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Dover to Cardiff

Trains from Dover to Cardiff run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€55) but you can travel from only $20 (€18) by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $20 (€18)
Distance
194 miles (313 km)
Average train duration
4h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
$61 (€55)
Trains per day
7
Train providers
1
Fastest train
3h 47m
First train
04:27
Last train
20:48
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $20 (€18)

Train providers: Great Western Rail from Dover to Cardiff trains

Find the best trains to Cardiff from Dover with Omio's travel partners Great Western Rail from $55 (€49). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Train information from Dover to Cardiff with Great Western Rail:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 49 min
  • Cheapest Price: $55

FAQs: Trains from Dover to Cardiff

FAQs: Travel by train from Dover to Cardiff easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dover to Cardiff.
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Cheap train tickets from Dover to Cardiff can start from as little as $44 (€39) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Dover to Cardiff is $125 (€112); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Dover to Cardiff train travel time is 3 h 45 min   for the 194 mile (313 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Dover to Cardiff leaves at 4: 27 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Dover to Cardiff leaves at 9: 20 PM.
There are 8 trains a day from Dover to Cardiff which require at least one change with Great Western Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Dover to Cardiff, you can count on Great Western Rail for the best way to get you to Cardiff. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Cardiff from Dover and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 20 PM.
A trip to Cardiff from Dover is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Dover to Cardiff by train is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Dover to Cardiff including taking a bus or train.

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