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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Holyhead
- Cheapest price on Nov 11
- €92
- Average ticket price on Nov 11
- €106
- Fastest journey on Nov 11
- 4 h 44 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 11
- 4 h 55 m
- Trains on Nov 11
- 11
- Distance
- 226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Holyhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Holyhead will cost around €106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €92.
On Wed, Nov 11, we found 11 trains from Cardiff to Holyhead, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 226 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
On Wed, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 5 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G38945+
C013046:46 AM 5h06 Cardiff Central (CDF) 11:52 AM Holyhead station (HHD) €92 1 One-way 1 transfer- G39032
11:23 AM 4h49 Cardiff Central (CDF) 4:12 PM Holyhead station (HHD) €94 1 One-way 0 transfers - G39027
9:23 AM 4h44 Cardiff Central (CDF) 2:07 PM Holyhead station (HHD) €94 1 One-way 0 transfers - G38953 · G38637 · G38417
11:53 AM 5h55 Cardiff Central (CDF) 5:48 PM Holyhead station (HHD) €94 1 One-way 2 transfers - G38949 · G38631 · G38413
9:53 AM 5h47 Cardiff Central (CDF) 3:40 PM Holyhead station (HHD) €94 1 One-way 2 transfers
- G39027
9:23 AM 4h44 Cardiff Central (CDF) 2:07 PM Holyhead station (HHD) €94 1 One-way 0 transfers - G39032
11:23 AM 4h49 Cardiff Central (CDF) 4:12 PM Holyhead station (HHD) €94 1 One-way 0 transfers - G39024
7:19 AM 4h57 Cardiff Central (CDF) 12:16 PM Holyhead station (HHD) €94 1 One-way 0 transfers - G38947+W34011
7:53 AM 4h59 Cardiff Central (CDF) 12:52 PM Holyhead station (HHD) €135 1 One-way 1 transfer - G38945+C01304
6:46 AM 5h06 Cardiff Central (CDF) 11:52 AM Holyhead station (HHD) €92 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Holyhead
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Trains from Cardiff to Holyhead run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €50 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 226 km distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 226 km |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 4:21 AM |
Last train 9:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Cardiff to Holyhead train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Holyhead trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38945+C01304 | 6:46 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h06 | 11:52 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 1 transfer | |
| G39024 | 7:19 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h57 | 12:16 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38947 · G38356 · G38405 | 7:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h47 | 1:40 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2 transfers | |
| G38947 · G38627 · G38405 | 7:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h47 | 1:40 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2 transfers | |
| G38947+W34011 | 7:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h59 | 12:52 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 1 transfer | |
| G39027 | 9:23 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h44 | 2:07 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38949 · G38631 · G38413 | 9:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h47 | 3:40 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2 transfers | |
| G38949 · G38413+W34256 | 9:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h47 | 3:40 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2 transfers | |
| G39032 | 11:23 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h49 | 4:12 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38953 · G38637 · G38417 | 11:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h55 | 5:48 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2 transfers | |
| G38953 · G38417+W34036 | 11:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h55 | 5:48 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Holyhead
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Holyhead
Most Cardiff to Holyhead trains use the Cardiff Central to Holyhead station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Holyhead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Which Holyhead station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Holyhead from Holyhead city centre
Holyhead train station facilities and services
Holyhead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Holyhead.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Holyhead. ATMs are available at Holyhead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Holyhead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Holyhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Holyhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Holyhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access is via the Celtic Gateway Bridge, the ferry terminal, or via gates on to the platforms either side of Stena House. Transferring between platforms is step-free however distance between ferry terminal and Platform 1 is approximately 200m, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 00:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 00:00, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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