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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Holyhead is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Holyhead is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Holyhead via Sheffield and Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Holyhead?

The distance between Barnsley and Holyhead is 183 miles. The road distance is 153.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Barnsley to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Holyhead train from?

Barnsley to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.

Where does the Barnsley to Holyhead train arrive?

Barnsley to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Holyhead is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Barnsley to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 943+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Barnsley to Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barnsley to Holyhead by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
5h 35m
£62–111
Drive 152.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Holyheadcar 152.3 mi
2h 44m
£38–54
Train via Huddersfield
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
5h 36m
£59–102
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
6h 18m
£47–123

Barnsley to Holyhead by train

93Weekly Trains

5h 35mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.3 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Holyhead via Sheffield and Manchester Oxford Road in around 5h 35m.

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