What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Cardiff University?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Cardiff University is to fly and train which costs £30 - £120 and takes 4h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Cardiff University?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Cardiff University is to fly and train which takes 4h and costs £55 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, Lordswood Rd and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 44m.

How far is it from Belfast to Cardiff University?

The distance between Belfast and Cardiff University is 337 miles.

How do I travel from Belfast to Cardiff University without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Cardiff University without a car is to train and ferry which takes 13h 13m and costs £120 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Cardiff University?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Belfast to Cardiff University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Cardiff University bus from?

Belfast to Cardiff University bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where does the Belfast to Cardiff University bus arrive?

Belfast to Cardiff University bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

There are 1604+ hotels available in Cardiff University.

Belfast to Cardiff University - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, and ferry

There are 11 ways to get from Belfast to Cardiff University by plane, train, ferry, bus, car ferry, busferry, 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 Belfast International Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane BFS - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 32m
£34–111
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane BHD - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 2m
£33–156
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry 0
3. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Centraltrain
13h 13m
£125–221
Bus, ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 12 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry
3. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Centraltrain
13h 27m
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpoolcarferry
2. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
14h 27m
£84–176
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane BHD - CWL
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h
£56–179
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane BHD - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 39m
£52–248
Fly Belfast International Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane BFS - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 59m
£47–183
Bus to Dublin Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21bus
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane DUB - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 42m
£35–153
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchananbusferry 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
16h 44m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
2. Drive from Cairnryan to Cardiff Universitycar
9h 53m
£121–187

Belfast to Cardiff University by train, foot, tram, and ferry

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13h 13mAverage Duration

£125Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Belfast to Cardiff University.

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Distance: 334.6 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Cardiff University, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Belfast to Cardiff University. However, you can take the bus to Belfast International Airport, walk to Belfast International Airport (BFS) airport, fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), walk to Public Transport Interchange, take the bus to Temple Meads Stn, walk to Bristol Temple Meads, take the train to Cardiff Central, then walk to Cardiff University. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Cardiff University via Dublin Connolly, George's Dock, The Point, Dublin Ferryport B+I, Holyhead Ferry, Holyhead, and Cardiff Central in around 13h 13m.

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