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How to get from Cardiff to Holyhead?

Planning to travel to Cardiff from Holyhead and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Cardiff to Holyhead, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Cardiff and Holyhead, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Arriva Trains Wales, First Great Western, Virgin Trains, FlixBus or National Express), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Cardiff to Holyhead, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Cardiff Holyhead trip.

For your trip from Cardiff to Holyhead, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Cardiff to Holyhead

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Cardiff to Holyhead, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Cardiff to Holyhead train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Cardiff Holyhead train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Cardiff Holyhead

Carpooling from Cardiff to Holyhead is perfect if you want to travel to Holyhead in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Cardiff or Holyhead.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Cardiff to Holyhead transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Cardiff Holyhead Travel Information

Departure city
Cardiff
United Kingdom
Wales
Destination city
Holyhead
United Kingdom
Wales
Distance
140 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Cardiff to Holyhead easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Cardiff to Holyhead easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Cardiff and Holyhead that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Arriva Trains Wales, First Great Western, Virgin Trains, FlixBus or National Express to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Cardiff and Holyhead with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Cardiff and Holyhead

Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Cardiff to Holyhead?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Cardiff to Holyhead.
Comfort You have to share the space of the car with the other passengers during the whole trip between Cardiff and Holyhead.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Cardiff to Holyhead?
Environmentally friendly The Cardiff Holyhead train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Cost Cardiff Holyhead train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Cardiff to Holyhead?
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Cardiff and Holyhead are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Comfort Cardiff-Holyhead buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.

Where to start from in Cardiff? Where do I arrive in Holyhead?

Cardiff Departure Bus Stations

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Departure stations in Cardiff

Cardiff Central
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Cardiff Queen Street
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Rhoose Cardiff International Airport
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Grangetown (Cardiff)
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Heath High Level
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Llanishen
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Lisvane & Thornhill
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Ninian Park
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Holyhead Arrival Stations

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Bus Cardiff Holyhead

Most buses between Cardiff and Holyhead are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

The duration of the bus trip between Cardiff and Holyhead usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Holyhead for your travel date.

The frequency of departures to Cardiff from Holyhead varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Holyhead, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Cardiff Holyhead

FlixBus
FlixBus
National Express
National Express
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Trains Cardiff Holyhead

To get the best train fares between Cardiff and Holyhead, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with time schedules and compare train fares with Vivanoda.

The average train journey time from Cardiff to Holyhead depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Holyhead are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors traveling by train from Cardiff to Holyhead that vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Train companies between Cardiff and Holyhead

Arriva Trains Wales
Arriva Trains Wales
First Great Western
First Great Western
Virgin Trains
Virgin Trains
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Carpool Cardiff Holyhead

The duration of a carpool trip between Cardiff and Holyhead also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpooling is generally considered a safe option for traveling between Cardiff and Holyhead. However, it is important to check driver reviews and ratings before booking a trip. It is also recommended that you only share your personal details with people you trust.

It is possible to book a carpool at the last minute, but this depends on the availability of drivers and the demand for the trip. It is recommended that you book your ride in advance to guarantee your trip.

Carpooling platform Cardiff Holyhead

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