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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Holyhead is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Holyhead is to drive which takes 5h 41m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Holyhead via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street and Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Axminster to Holyhead?

The distance between Axminster and Holyhead is 351 miles. The road distance is 260.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 7h 49m and costs £140 - £440.

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

It takes approximately 7h 49m to get from Axminster to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Holyhead train from?

Axminster to Holyhead train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Where does the Axminster to Holyhead train arrive?

Axminster to Holyhead train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Holyhead is 260 miles. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Axminster to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 943+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Axminster to Holyhead - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Axminster to Holyhead by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain
4. Take the train from Stafford to Holyheadtrain
7h 49m
£143–439
Drive 258.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Holyheadcar 258.8 mi
5h 41m
£64–92
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 423 / ...
4. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
11h 3m
Train to Exeter, fly, train
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
7h 49m
£131–349
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Holyheadtrain
10h 54m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Axminster to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
9h 17m
£153–386
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Axminster to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
8h 51m
£155–312

Axminster to Holyhead by train

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7h 49mAverage Duration

£143Cheapest Price

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Distance: 349.2 mi
Duration: 7h 49m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Axminster to Holyhead via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, and Stafford in around 7h 49m.

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