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Holyhead to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Holyhead to Cardiff Bay, starting from 26,51 EUR and averaging 26,51 EUR. The entire journey takes no more than 4 tuntia 57 minuuttia. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
14:30 5 tuntia 24 minuuttia, Changes required Holyhead	19:54 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
14:48 5 tuntia 36 minuuttia, Changes required Holyhead	20:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
15:36 5 tuntia 48 minuuttia, Changes required Holyhead	21:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
16:29 5 tuntia 25 minuuttia, Changes required Holyhead	21:54 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
17:19 6 tuntia 17 minuuttia, Changes required Holyhead	23:36 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
19:20 11 tuntia 16 minuuttia, Changes required Holyhead	06:36 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Holyhead to Cardiff Bay Train Route Details

First train

04:21

Last train

20:32

Departure station

Holyhead

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

4 tuntia 57 minuuttia

Distance

228 km

Price

26,51 EUR*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Holyhead to Cardiff Bay

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Holyhead to Cardiff Bay can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Holyhead to Cardiff Bay for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Holyhead to Cardiff Bay, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Holyhead to Cardiff Bay train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Holyhead to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times

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