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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Holyhead | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Holyhead | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Holyhead | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Holyhead | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Holyhead | Cardiff Central | No tags |
Get from Holyhead to Cardiff
The journey takes about 5 hours 18 minutes, and with fares starting at just $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Transport for Wales ticket prices on this trip start at $107
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Holyhead to Cardiff by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Holyhead to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Holyhead to Cardiff start at $107. The average price for this train route is around $153. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Holyhead to Cardiff?
The average train trip from Holyhead to Cardiff takes 5h 18m and covers 227 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 40m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Holyhead to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Holyhead to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Holyhead to Cardiff departs at 7:22am. The latest train departs at 6:31pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Holyhead to Cardiff was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $117To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Holyhead to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $117 to $316 for a train ticket from Holyhead to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $118 which is on 2025-12-15.
