What is the cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Holyhead?

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Holyhead is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardigan to Holyhead?

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Holyhead is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardigan and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardigan to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Ship Inn and arriving at Summer Hill via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Bangor Bus Station Stand C and Bodelis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Cardigan to Holyhead?

The distance between Cardigan and Holyhead is 165 miles. The road distance is 139.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardigan to Holyhead without a car?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Holyhead without a car is to bus which takes 8h 1m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardigan to Holyhead?

It takes approximately 8h 1m to get from Cardigan to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Holyhead bus from?

Cardigan to Holyhead bus services, operated by Richards Bros, depart from Ship Inn station.

Train or bus from Cardigan to Holyhead?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Holyhead is to bus which takes 8h 1m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £130 - £250 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Cardigan to Holyhead bus arrive?

Cardigan to Holyhead bus services, operated by Richards Bros, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Cardigan to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Holyhead is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Cardigan to Holyhead.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 962+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Cardigan to Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardigan to Holyhead by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T2
8h 1m
Drive 138.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardigan to Holyheadcar 138.4 mi
3h 13m
£35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Holyheadtrain
8h 40m
£85–147
Train
1. Take the train from Fishguard & Goodwick to Chestertrain Fishguard Harbour - Crewe
2. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
9h 33m
£133–244
Bus via Bodelis
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T2
9h 50m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardigan to Holyhead.

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Distance: 163.8 mi
Duration: 8h 1m

What companies run services between Cardigan, Wales and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a bus from Ship Inn to Holyhead via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Railway Station H, and Bangor (Gwynedd) in around 8h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Finch Square C to Holyhead via Fishguard & Goodwick Station, Fishguard & Goodwick, and Chester in around 9h 33m.

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