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

The cheapest way to get from Ireland to Cardiff is to fly and train which costs £35 - £160 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ireland to Cardiff is to tram and fly and train which takes 5h 15m and costs £35 - £250.

How far is it from Ireland to Cardiff?

The distance between Ireland and Cardiff is 395 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ireland to Cardiff without a car is to ferry and train which takes 10h 27m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Ireland to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1513+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Ireland to Cardiff - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and car ferry

There are 11 ways to get from Ireland to Cardiff by train, plane, ferry, car ferry, car, or tram

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

Train to Belfast International Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk 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
5h 53m
£51–159
Tram to Dublin Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Tallaght to Red Cow
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)DUB - CWL
3. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
5h 15m
£38–248
Ferry, train
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
10h 27m
£86–166
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
2. Drive from Holyhead to Cardiff
7h 54m
£73–112
Fly Dublin Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bristol Airport (BRS)DUB - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 27m
£39–151
Fly Cork Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ORK - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 18m
£61–175
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Central
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Bristol Airport (BRS)BHD - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 26m
£56–189
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Central
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)BHD - CWL
5h 29m
£68–226
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 56m
£57–202
Ferry, train via Burlington Road
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
2. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central
10h 59m
£107–202
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
12h 16m
£90–210

Ireland to Cardiff by tram, foot, ferry, and train

21Weekly Services

10h 27mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ireland to Cardiff.

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Distance: 392.7 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Ireland and Cardiff, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Ireland to Cardiff. However, you can take the train to Belfast Grand Central, walk to Grand Central Bus Stand 10, 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, then take the train to Cardiff Central. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Spencer Dock to Cardiff Central via The Point, Dublin Ferryport B+I, Holyhead, and Holyhead in around 10h 27m.

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