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Compare all timetables for the bus from Dover to Cardiff

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Dover to Cardiff from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
£16
tomorrow
£17
Monday
£13
Tuesday
£13
Wednesday
£19
Thursday
£15
Friday
£13

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 55m 05:15 Dover Town Centre 13:10 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 8h 15m 13:30 Dover Town Centre 21:45 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 8h 10m 16:50 Dover Town Centre 01:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 8h 20m 08:00 Dover Town Centre 16:20 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £21

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 55m 05:15 Dover Town Centre 13:10 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £17
National Express 8h 15m 13:30 Dover Town Centre 21:45 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 8h 10m 16:50 Dover Town Centre 01:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 8h 20m 08:00 Dover Town Centre 16:20 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dover to Cardiff via London, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 55m
      0
      16:50
      Dover
      Town Centre
      19:20
      London
      Eltham
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 3h 10m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      22:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      01:45
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 10m 16:50 Dover Town Centre 01:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £13
National Express 8h 35m 04:35 Dover Town Centre 13:10 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 8h 35m 13:20 Dover Town Centre 21:55 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 8h 35m 07:45 Dover Town Centre 16:20 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dover to Cardiff via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 55m
      0
      17:50
      Dover
      Town Centre
      20:40
      London
      New Cross Gate
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      22:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      01:45
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 5m 09:15 Dover Town Centre 17:20 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £13
National Express 7h 55m 13:50 Dover Town Centre 21:45 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 9h 25m 17:50 Dover Town Centre 03:15 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 9h 25m 04:35 Dover Town Centre 14:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £15
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dover to Cardiff via London, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 55m
      0
      17:50
      Dover
      Town Centre
      20:50
      London
      Walworth
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      22:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      01:45
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 25m 17:50 Dover Town Centre 03:15 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 8h 5m 09:15 Dover Town Centre 17:20 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £29
National Express 7h 55m 13:50 Dover Town Centre 21:45 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £30
National Express 9h 25m 04:35 Dover Town Centre 14:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dover to Cardiff via London, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 55m
      0
      17:50
      Dover
      Town Centre
      20:50
      London
      Walworth
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      22:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      01:45
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 25m 04:35 Dover Town Centre 14:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 7h 55m 13:50 Dover Town Centre 21:45 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 9h 25m 17:50 Dover Town Centre 03:15 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 8h 5m 09:15 Dover Town Centre 17:20 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dover to Cardiff via London, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 55m
      0
      17:50
      Dover
      Town Centre
      20:50
      London
      Walworth
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      22:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      01:45
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 35m 04:35 Dover Town Centre 13:10 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £13
National Express 8h 10m 16:50 Dover Town Centre 01:00 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 9h 5m 07:45 Dover Town Centre 16:50 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £17
National Express 8h 35m 13:20 Dover Town Centre 21:55 Cardiff Coach Station  Economy £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dover to Cardiff via London, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 55m
      0
      17:50
      Dover
      Town Centre
      20:50
      London
      Walworth
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      22:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      01:45
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save £2

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Dover to Cardiff is £13 on 03/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Dover and Cardiff

See here how frequent the connections between Dover and Cardiff are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Dover to Cardiff. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Dover and Cardiff.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 14 coaches from Dover to Cardiff, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Dover and Cardiff, with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from Dover to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 4 times every day by bus from Dover to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from Dover to Cardiff starting from £13!

Cheapest Bus £13
Fastest Bus 7h 55m
Earliest Coach 05:15
Latest Coach 16:50
Daily Bus Connections 4 Ø
Distance 314.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Dover to Cardiff

Every day, 4 buses from 1 coach companies leave Dover for Cardiff: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 27/07
Tuesday 28/07
Wednesday 29/07
Thursday 30/07
Friday 31/07
Saturday 01/08
£16
Sunday 02/08
£17
Monday 03/08
£13
Tuesday 04/08
£13
Wednesday 05/08
£19
Thursday 06/08
£15
Friday 07/08
£13
Saturday 08/08
£13
Sunday 09/08
£14
Monday 10/08
£13
Tuesday 11/08
£13
Wednesday 12/08
£13
Thursday 13/08
Friday 14/08
£13
Saturday 15/08
£13
Sunday 16/08
£16
Monday 17/08
£15
Tuesday 18/08
£13
Wednesday 19/08
£14
Thursday 20/08
£13
Friday 21/08
£13
Saturday 22/08
£13
Sunday 23/08

The cheapest time to travel from Dover to Cardiff

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Dover to Cardiff, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £13, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Dover to Cardiff. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £14.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Dover to Cardiff, with £13. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.

How to save money travelling from Dover to Cardiff

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Dover to Cardiff in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Dover to Cardiff, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Dover to Cardiff are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Dover to Cardiff

These are the most booked bus companies between Dover to Cardiff from our users.

National Express from Dover to Cardiff

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Dover to Cardiff:

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 7h 55m
Earliest Coach 05:15
Last Coach 16:50
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 31/07/2026

All bus stations and stops in Dover and Cardiff

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Dover and Cardiff.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Dover to Cardiff

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Dover to Cardiff? Or which bus companies serve the route Dover to Cardiff? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Dover to Cardiff bus

How much does a Dover - Cardiff coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Dover - Cardiff bus trip is available from £13 and takes 8h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Dover to Cardiff?

The connection Dover to Cardiff is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £13 to £35. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Dover - Cardiff route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Dover to Cardiff is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cardiff from Dover take?

The quickest coach from Dover to Cardiff is provided by National Express and takes 7h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £16. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Dover to Cardiff?

The earliest bus to Cardiff departs from Dover at 05:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Dover to Cardiff?

The latest bus to Cardiff departs from Dover at 16:50. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Dover - Cardiff route?

Passengers looking to travel from Dover to Cardiff can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Cardiff?

You can check all the direct connections between Dover and Cardiff by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cardiff from Dover?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Dover Cardiff bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Dover Cardiff bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Dover to Cardiff on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Dover to Cardiff?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 4 daily trips between Dover and Cardiff. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Dover to Cardiff?

Prices and availability for 4 trips between Dover and Cardiff change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Dover to Cardiff

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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