What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin to Cardiff Docks?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Cardiff Docks is to fly and train and bus which costs £28 - £210 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin to Cardiff Docks?

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Cardiff Docks is to fly and train and bus which takes 4h 47m and costs £28 - £210.

How far is it from Dublin to Cardiff Docks?

The distance between Dublin and Cardiff Docks is 262 miles.

How do I travel from Dublin to Cardiff Docks without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin to Cardiff Docks without a car is to ferry and train which takes 9h 39m and costs £95 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Dublin to Cardiff Docks?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Dublin to Cardiff Docks, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Docks?

There are 877+ hotels available in Cardiff Docks.

Dublin to Cardiff Docks - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and ferry

There are 8 ways to get from Dublin to Cardiff Docks by plane, train, ferry, car ferry, car, or bus

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)plane DUB - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 25m
£49–166
Fly Dublin Airport to Cardiff Airport, train, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane DUB - CWL
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6 to Millennium Centrebus
4h 47m
£28–201
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry 0
2. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
9h 39m
£96–196
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Isle of Man Douglascarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Isle of Man Douglas to Liverpoolcarferry
3. Drive from Liverpool to Cardiff Dockscar
10h 19m
£69–533
Train to Belfast International Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane BFS - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 19m
£80–173
Fly Dublin Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Liverpool (LPL)plane DUB - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 51m
£85–256
Fly Dublin Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane DUB - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 42m
£79–194
Ferry, train via Lloyd George Avenue
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry Dublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
2. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
9h 43m
£101–258

Dublin to Cardiff Docks by ferry, train, and bus

26Weekly Services

9h 39mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dublin to Cardiff Docks.

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Distance: 260.4 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Cardiff Docks, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Dublin to Cardiff Docks. However, you can take the bus to Dublin Airport, Terminal 2, walk to Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), walk to Bristol Airport, take the shuttle to Bristol Temple Meads, walk to Bristol Temple Meads, take the train to Cardiff Central, walk to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6, then take the bus to Millennium Centre. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Millennium Centre via Holyhead Ferry, Holyhead, Cardiff Central, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6 in around 9h 39m.

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