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 £50 - £170 and takes 12h 10m.

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 6h 49m and costs £100 - £240.

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 Haymarket and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Holyhead?

The distance between Aberdeen and Holyhead is 447 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 14m and costs £50 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 9h 14m 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 Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Holyhead is 431 miles. It takes approximately 7h 23m 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 943+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Aberdeen to Holyhead - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 8 ways to get from Aberdeen to Holyhead by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Holyheadtrain
9h 14m
£52–214
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
4. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Holyheadtrain
12h 10m
£51–163
Drive 428.9 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Holyheadcar 428.9 mi
7h 23m
£105–152
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
6h 49m
£100–232
Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willowstrain
3. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Holyheadtrain
10h 52m
£97–270
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Holyheadtrain
7h 27m
£125–334
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Dublin Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ABZ - DUB
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry
8h 57m
£112–231
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
8h 53m
£149–303

Aberdeen to Holyhead by train

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9h 14mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 444.8 mi
Duration: 9h 14m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Holyhead via Haymarket and Warrington Bank Quay in around 9h 14m.

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