What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Holyhead?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Holyhead is to bus and train which costs £55 - £130 and takes 13h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Holyhead?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Holyhead is to fly and train which takes 7h 9m and costs £95 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Holyhead via Edinburgh Waverley, Warrington Bank Quay and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Holyhead?

The distance between Aberdeen and Holyhead is 449 miles. The road distance is 431.4 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Holyhead without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 9h 24m and costs £50 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Holyhead?

It takes approximately 9h 24m to get from Aberdeen to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Holyhead train from?

Aberdeen to Holyhead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Holyhead train arrive?

Aberdeen to Holyhead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Holyhead is 431 miles. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Aberdeen to Holyhead.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Holyhead?

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 912+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Aberdeen to Holyhead - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 9 ways to get from Aberdeen to Holyhead by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
9h 24m
£52–214
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
13h 54m
£58–125
Drive 428.9 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Holyhead428.9 mi
7h 18m
£106–153
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
7h 9m
£96–227
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
9h 30m
£63–249
Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Newcastle
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willows
3. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Holyhead
11h 5m
£120–278
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Dublin Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Dublin Airport (DUB)ABZ - DUB
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead
8h 49m
£90–225
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Rugby to Holyhead
7h 18m
£161–283
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
4. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
9h 1m
£125–308

Aberdeen to Holyhead by train

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9h 24mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 446.9 mi
Duration: 9h 24m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Holyhead via Edinburgh Waverley, Warrington Bank Quay, and Chester in around 9h 24m.

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