Cardiff to Holyhead train with Transport for Wales

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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Holyhead

Showing times and prices for 25 Jan

Cheapest

£70

Average

£78

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 travelling at rush hour.

08:225h00

Cardiff

13:22Holyhead

£701One-way

0 changes

10:234h58

Cardiff

15:21Holyhead

£871One-way

0 changes

Cardiff to Holyhead train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 25 January

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Transport for WalesTransport for Wales	08:22 Cardiff	5h00	13:22 Holyhead	0 changesDirect
Transport for WalesTransport for Wales	10:23 Cardiff	4h58	15:21 Holyhead	0 changesDirect
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Train times from Cardiff to Holyhead

Showing times and prices for 25 Jan

Fastest Journey

4 h 58 m

Average

4 h 59 m

Trains per day

Distance

226 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Cardiff for Holyhead every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

10:234h58

Cardiff

15:21Holyhead

£871One-way

0 changes

08:225h00

Cardiff

13:22Holyhead

£701One-way

0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to Holyhead

Trains from Cardiff to Holyhead run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

225 km

Average train duration

5h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

£46

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

4h 29m

First train

03:11

Last train

21:15

Price information

Train companies: Transport for Wales and Virgin Trains trains Cardiff to Holyhead

Buy your official Transport for Wales and Virgin Trains train tickets to Holyhead from Cardiff from £34 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular journey.

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Holyhead train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: £34

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Cardiff to Holyhead train information:

Average Duration: 6 h 2 min
Cheapest Price: £54

FAQs: Cardiff to Holyhead train

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff to Holyhead easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Holyhead.

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Holyhead can start from as little as £46 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff to Holyhead is £75; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cardiff to Holyhead train time is 4 h 29 min covering the 140 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cardiff to Holyhead leaves at 03: 04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cardiff to Holyhead leaves at 21: 15.

There are 7 trains a day from Cardiff to Holyhead which require at least one change with Transport for Wales or Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Cardiff to Holyhead train with Transport for Wales or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Holyhead from Cardiff as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 15.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Cardiff Central, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Holyhead, located 0.4 miles (619 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Holyhead from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 29 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Cardiff to Holyhead is October.

Yes, you can take a train to Holyhead from Cardiff.

Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Holyhead

Cardiff

Holyhead

The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Holyhead.

Cardiff Central Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
Sun: 07:30 - 21:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store

Parking

Car Park: Brewery Car park

Dining

Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
Pret a Manger
Tesco Express

Taxis

Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance

Accessibility

There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.

Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Travelodge Cardiff Central

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.

Ticket Office

Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
Sun: 07:30 - 21:30

Public transport options for Cardiff Central

Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)