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How to get from Holyhead to Cardiff by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Holyhead to Cardiff is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:15 AM5h12Holyhead2:27 PMCardiff€741One-way0 transfers
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9:15 AM5h12Holyhead2:27 PMCardiff€741One-way0 transfers
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9:15 AM5h12Holyhead2:27 PMCardiff€741One-way0 transfers
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10:15 AM6h41Holyhead4:56 PMCardiff€951One-way0 transfers
8:49 AM6h00Holyhead2:49 PMCardiff€961One-way0 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 5 buses 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, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales to go to Cardiff by train.
- 3 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales.
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