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

The cheapest way to get from Ireland to Cardiff is to tram and fly and train which costs £30 - £190 and takes 5h 9m.

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 9m and costs £30 - £190.

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 32m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Ireland to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1568+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Ireland to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and tram

There are 9 ways to get from Ireland to Cardiff by train, plane, ferry, 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 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
5h 54m
£48–140
Tram to Dublin Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Tallaght to Red Cowtram
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane DUB - CWL
3. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 9m
£33–188
Ferry, train
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
10h 32m
£106–166
Fly Dublin Airport to Bristol Airport, train
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 27m
£36–147
Fly Cork Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ORK - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 19m
£55–171
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Centraltrain
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane BHD - CWL
5h 24m
£68–216
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 54m
£76–220
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 55m
£50–208
Ferry, train via Baggot Street
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
10h 54m
£127–202

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

21Weekly Services

10h 32mAverage Duration

£106Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ireland to Cardiff.

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Distance: 392.3 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

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 32m.

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