What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Cardiff is to bus which costs £60 - £130 and takes 15h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 46m and costs £65 - £300.

Is there a direct bus between Amsterdam and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Amsterdam station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Central Station and arriving at University RE via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Amsterdam and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Amsterdam to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Amsterdam to Cardiff?

The distance between Amsterdam and Cardiff is 516 miles.

How do I travel from Amsterdam to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £120 - £280.

How long does it take to get from Amsterdam to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Amsterdam to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Cardiff bus from?

Amsterdam to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Cardiff train from?

Amsterdam to Cardiff train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Amsterdam to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Cardiff is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £120 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 15h 6m.

Where does the Amsterdam to Cardiff bus arrive?

Amsterdam to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Amsterdam and Cardiff?

Cardiff is 1h behind Amsterdam. It is currently 12:58 PM in Amsterdam and 11:58 AM in Cardiff.

Where does the Amsterdam to Cardiff train arrive?

Amsterdam to Cardiff train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at London St. Pancras Int. station.

How do I get a train ticket from Amsterdam to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Amsterdam to Cardiff - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 11 ways to get from Amsterdam to Cardiff by train, bus, car, car train, plane, train (Eurostar), or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to London St. Pancras Int.train Eurostar
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
7h 29m
£124–276
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Central Station to London Victoriabus N824
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
15h 6m
£61–125
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Cardiffcar
8h 15m
Fly to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane AMS - CWL
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 46m
£67–293
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 31m
£221–406
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Calaiscar
2. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Cardiffcar
9h 24m
£110–200
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane AMS - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 18m
£76–218
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane AMS - LCY
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 16m
£168–396
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane AMS - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 38m
£103–251
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane AMS - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 14m
£136–379
Fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane AMS - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 50m
£123–314

Amsterdam to Cardiff by train and subway

33Weekly Services

7h 29mAverage Duration

£124Cheapest Price

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Distance: 512.9 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Cardiff Central via London St. Pancras Int., King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Amsterdam Central Station to University RE via London Victoria in around 15h 6m.

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