Cardiff to Ramsgate by train

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Overview: trains from Cardiff to Ramsgate

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cardiff to Ramsgate, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:08 View journey
Last train 22:36 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 1m View journey
Distance (km) 318
Trains / day 52 View all
Cheapest journey CA$130.65 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 10m
Train operators 6

Cardiff to Ramsgate train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Cardiff to Ramsgate by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Cardiff to Ramsgate take around 4 hours and 1 minute, covering a distance of approximately 318 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Cardiff is scheduled to depart at around  05:08. The last departure is usually at around 22:36 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Cardiff at around 07:17, with the last train leaving at around 22:10. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 52 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 15 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$130.65.

We think any time is a great time to visit Ramsgate, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Ramsgate.

Is there a direct train from Cardiff to Ramsgate?

The journey between Cardiff and Ramsgate usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Cardiff to Ramsgate every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Cardiff to Ramsgate?

The Cardiff to Ramsgate train travel takes about 4 hours and 1 minute, no matter when you leave.

What are the Cardiff to Ramsgate train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Ramsgate leaving Cardiff at around 05:08 and the last train leaving at around 22:36 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Cardiff at around 07:17, with the final departure at 22:10.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.