How to get from Antrim to Cardiff
The fastest way to travel from Antrim to Cardiff takes approximately 799 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use bus, train and ferry. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
799 min 670.4 km
5 transfers
218
Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central
rail
53
Transport for Wales
Transport for Wales
Departs from: Mount Oriel Court
Walking: 35 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Mount Oriel Court
2
Take 218 Bus
Direction: Buscentre - Coleraine - Laganside Buscentre - Belfast
From Mount Oriel Court to Nelson Street Bus Lane (2 stops, 31 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Yorkgate
4
Take Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central Train
Direction: Belfast Great Central
From Yorkgate to Belfast Great Central (7 stops, 14 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Belfast
6
Take rail Train
Direction: Dublin Connolly
From Belfast to Dublin Connolly (4 stops, 130 min)
7
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Connolly Station
8
Take 53 Bus
Direction: Dublin Ferryport
From Connolly Station to Dublin Ferry Port Terminal 2 (13 stops, 17 min)
9
Walk 9 min (0.5 km)
to Dublin Ferry Port
10
Take Transport for Wales Ferry
Direction: Holyhead
From Dublin Ferry Port to Holyhead
11
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Holyhead
12
Take Transport for Wales Train
Direction: Cardiff Central
From Holyhead to Cardiff Central (28 stops, 304 min)
13
Walk 11 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Cardiff
Public transport stations close to Antrim
Antrim is located in Antrim and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim
Bus stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim Depot
- Mount Oriel Court
- Technical College
- Oriel Road
Public transport stations close to Cardiff
Cardiff is located in Antrim and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Cardiff:
- Cardiff Central
- Cardiff Queen Street
Bus stations close to Cardiff:
- Westgate Street KG
- Westgate Street KP
- Westgate Street KN
- Westgate Street KM
Alternative Route
740 min 672.2 km
4 transfers
Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central
rail
53
Transport for Wales
Transport for Wales
Departs from: Antrim
Walking: 27 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 0 min
to Antrim
2
Take Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central Train
Direction: Belfast Great Central
From Antrim to Belfast Great Central (12 stops, 36 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Belfast
4
Take rail Train
Direction: Dublin Connolly
From Belfast to Dublin Connolly (4 stops, 133 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Connolly Station
6
Take 53 Bus
Direction: Dublin Ferryport
From Connolly Station to Dublin Ferry Port Terminal 2 (13 stops, 17 min)
7
Walk 9 min (0.5 km)
to Dublin Ferry Port
8
Take Transport for Wales Ferry
Direction: Holyhead
From Dublin Ferry Port to Holyhead
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Holyhead
10
Take Transport for Wales Train
Direction: Cardiff Central
From Holyhead to Cardiff Central (23 stops, 295 min)
11
Walk 11 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Cardiff
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Antrim to Cardiff.
How do I travel from Antrim to Cardiff in Antrim?
The quickest journey from Antrim to Cardiff takes approximately 799 minutes via the 218 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Cardiff from Antrim?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 740 minutes using the Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central train line.
Can I get directly from Antrim to Cardiff without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 799 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Antrim and Cardiff?
The 218 line provides bus service between Mount Oriel Court and Cardiff Central in Antrim.
What is the journey time from Antrim to Cardiff by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Antrim to Cardiff in Antrim takes approximately 799 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Antrim to Cardiff?
Board the 218 bus at Mount Oriel Court station, located near Antrim in Antrim.
Which station is closest to Cardiff?
The nearest stop to Cardiff is Cardiff Central station. Exit here to reach your destination in Antrim.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.