The average train between Cardiff and Holyhead Port takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Holyhead Port. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Holyhead Port. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 7:38 PM which arrives into Holyhead Port at 1:04 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Holyhead Port station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 54m.
Cardiff to Holyhead Port train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Holyhead Port train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Cardiff to Holyhead Port train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Cardiff and Holyhead Port is 226.1 km. The road distance is 373 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Holyhead every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 4h 52m.
