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 which costs £40 - £150 and takes 5h 21m.

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 which takes 5h 3m and costs £30 - £240.

How far is it from Dublin to Cardiff Docks?

The distance between Dublin and Cardiff Docks is 261 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 via Holyhead which takes 9h 34m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Dublin to Cardiff Docks, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Docks?

There are 1512+ hotels available in Cardiff Docks.

Dublin to Cardiff Docks - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and ferry

There are 9 ways to get from Dublin to Cardiff Docks 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 21m
£42–150
Fly Dublin Airport to Cardiff Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)DUB - CWL
5h 3m
£35–238
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
9h 34m
£88–164
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
2. Drive from Holyhead to Cardiff Docks
7h 45m
£73–108
Train to Belfast International Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Central
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 14m
£59–169
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
6h 55m
£82–303
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 50m
£60–201
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
9h 36m
£109–201
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
2. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central
9h 45m
£88–204

Dublin to Cardiff Docks by ferry, foot, train, and bus

21Weekly Services

9h 34mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.9 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

Ryanair and Aer Lingus fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) once daily.

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