The average train between Holyhead and Bridgend takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Bridgend. 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 Holyhead and Bridgend. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 4:29 PM which arrives into Bridgend at 9:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Bridgend station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.
Holyhead to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Holyhead to Bridgend train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Holyhead and Bridgend is 213.1 km. The road distance is 405 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 4h 52m.