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 43m.

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 43m 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 Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Axminster to Holyhead?

The distance between Axminster and Holyhead is 351 miles. The road distance is 257.3 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 8h 1m and costs £80 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 8h 1m 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 257 miles. It takes approximately 5h 43m 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 918+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Axminster to Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Axminster to Holyhead by train, car, plane, or bus

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 Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
8h 1m
£82–255
Drive 255.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Holyhead255.8 mi
5h 43m
£64–93
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
8h 4m
£110–388
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstones30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Holyhead
10h 51m

Axminster to Holyhead by train

60Weekly Trains

8h 1mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 349.1 mi
Duration: 8h 1m

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 Crewe in around 8h 1m.

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