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Compare train for Holyhead to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Holyhead to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $104 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $104, while a train costs an average of $104.
Distance: 140 miles (226 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$104 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Compare the available ways to get from Holyhead to Cardiff, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around $104 compared to roughly $68 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$35. The journey takes 4h 49m versus 4h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Holyhead to Cardiff
How to get from Holyhead to Cardiff by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Holyhead to Cardiff is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- G38925
10:33 AM 4h46 Holyhead station (HHD) 3:19 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) $101 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
- G38925
10:33 AM 4h46 Holyhead station (HHD) 3:19 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) $101 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
- G38925
10:33 AM 4h46 Holyhead station (HHD) 3:19 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) $101 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
- G38921
8:25 AM 4h50 Holyhead station (HHD) 1:15 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) $101 1 One-way 0 transfers - G38927
12:25 PM 4h52 Holyhead station (HHD) 5:17 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) $101 1 One-way 0 transfers - G38518 · G38694 · G38877
9:05 AM 5h39 Holyhead station (HHD) 2:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) $113 1 One-way 2 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Holyhead and Cardiff as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Holyhead station (HHD) and arrive in Cardiff Central (CDF).
- Travel with Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast to go to Cardiff by train.
- 2 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales.
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