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It takes an average of 5h 2m to travel from Cardiff Central to Holyhead by train, over a distance of around 141 miles (226 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Holyhead and tickets for this journey start from £51.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:38 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Holyhead | |
| Journey time | From 4h 43m | |
| Distance | 141 miles (226 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £51.10 | |
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Taking the train from Cardiff Central to Holyhead in 4 hours 43 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Holyhead? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 2 minutes to travel the 141 miles (226 km) from Cardiff Central to Holyhead by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Transport for Wales for all or at least part of your journey to Holyhead.
Book train tickets from Cardiff Central to Holyhead in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £51.10. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Holyhead by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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The price of train tickets from Cardiff Central to Holyhead starts at £51.10 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.