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

The cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Cardiff is to fly and train which costs £35 - £150 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 5h 17m and costs £35 - £260.

How far is it from Balbriggan to Cardiff?

The distance between Balbriggan and Cardiff is 267 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Cardiff without a car is to ferry and train which takes 11h 30m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Balbriggan to Cardiff, including transfers.

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Balbriggan to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and car ferry

There are 9 ways to get from Balbriggan to Cardiff by plane, train, ferry, car ferry, or car

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

Fly Dublin Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bristol Airport (BRS)DUB - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 32m
£39–142
Fly Dublin Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)DUB - CWL
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
5h 17m
£38–251
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
2. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central
11h 30m
£127–215
Ferry, train via Holyhead
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
2. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central
11h 38m
£107–180
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
2. Drive from Holyhead to Cardiff
8h 10m
£78–117
Fly Dublin Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Liverpool (LPL)DUB - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
7h 4m
£72–299
Train to Belfast International Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Great Victoria Street
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Bristol Airport (BRS)BFS - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 22m
£58–172
Fly Dublin Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)DUB - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 58m
£56–206
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Great Victoria Street
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)BHD - CWL
6h 58m
£72–241

Balbriggan to Cardiff by bus, foot, ferry, and train

26Weekly Services

11h 30mAverage Duration

£127Cheapest Price

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Distance: 265.3 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Balbriggan, Ireland and Cardiff, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Balbriggan to Cardiff. However, you can take the line 101 bus to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, walk to Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), walk to Public Transport Interchange, take the bus to Temple Meads Stn, walk to Bristol Temple Meads, then take the train to Cardiff Central. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Cardiff Central via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport, Terminal 2, Dublin 3Arena Point Village & Ringsend, Dublin Ferryport B+I, Holyhead Ferry, and Holyhead in around 11h 30m.

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