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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £59, while a flight costs an average of £280.
Distance: 562 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train | Driving |
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£82 Average Price | £280 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 43m Average total duration 16h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Amsterdam to Cardiff, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Cardiff:
A train is £23 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Amsterdam to Cardiff costing on average £82.
A train is £221 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Cardiff costing on average £280.
Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 7m.
Coach takes on average 16h 43m.
Tickets start at around £82 compared to roughly £62 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£19. The journey takes 16h 13m versus 8h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Cardiff from Amsterdam by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Cardiff is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Cardiff are Bristol, Bath, Swansea, Newport and Cheltenham. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Cardiff on Omio.
Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Swansea is known for its sweeping bay, maritime past and connection to Dylan Thomas. The city mixes a practical urban centre with a waterfront feel and quick access to the Gower coast.
Newport is a South Wales city known for its industrial past, the Transporter Bridge and riverside setting on the Usk. Regenerated shopping areas and historic sites give it a practical mix of modern city life and local heritage.
Cheltenham is a Regency spa town known for elegant architecture, garden squares and a lively festival calendar. It is especially associated with jump racing and the Cheltenham Festival, balanced by a refined town-centre atmosphere.
Travel to Cardiff 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 Amsterdam to Cardiff.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Cardiff:
A train is £23 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Amsterdam to Cardiff costing on average £82.
A train is £221 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Cardiff costing on average £280.
Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 7m.
Coach takes on average 16h 43m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Cardiff as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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