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The average train between Holyhead and Cardiff Central Station takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Cardiff Central Station. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Holyhead and Cardiff Central Station. The earliest departure is at 4:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 4:26 PM which arrives into Cardiff Central Station at 9:26 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Cardiff Central station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 49m.
Holyhead to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Holyhead and Cardiff Central Station is 226.6 km. The road distance is 301 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 4h 52m.
