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Cardiff Central to Holyhead train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Holyhead, starting from AU$ 45.03 and averaging AU$ 46.83. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 54m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Aug 3
From AU$ 45.03
Mon, Aug 4
From AU$ 60.25
Tue, Aug 5
From AU$ 60.25
Wed, Aug 6
From AU$ 60.25
Thu, Aug 7
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Fri, Aug 8
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
08:42 Cardiff Central	15:04 Holyhead	6h 22m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:38 Cardiff Central	16:02 Holyhead	6h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:14 Cardiff Central	16:43 Holyhead	5h 29m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:50 Cardiff Central	16:53 Holyhead	5h 3m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:50 Cardiff Central	18:00 Holyhead	6h 10m, No direct	Find Tickets
13:23 Cardiff Central	18:57 Paris	5h 34m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to Holyhead train route details

First train

08:42

Last train

21:20

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Holyhead

Journey time

4h 54m

Distance

227 km

Price

AU$ 45.03*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Holyhead

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff Central to Holyhead. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Cardiff Central to Holyhead, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to Holyhead ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Cardiff Central to Holyhead more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Holyhead train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Cardiff Central to Holyhead with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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