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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Holyhead is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Holyhead is to drive which takes 6h 3m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Holyhead via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Holyhead?

The distance between Barnstaple and Holyhead is 363 miles. The road distance is 290.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Holyhead without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 25m and costs £55 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Barnstaple to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Holyhead train from?

Barnstaple to Holyhead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Holyhead train arrive?

Barnstaple to Holyhead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Holyhead is 290 miles. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Barnstaple to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 915+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple 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 Crewetrain
4. Take the train from Crewe to Holyheadtrain
8h 25m
£57–249
Drive 288.5 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Holyheadcar 288.5 mi
6h 3m
£71–103
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Barnstaple 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
8h
£102–334
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Holyheadtrain
10h 27m
£99–209

Barnstaple to Holyhead by train

64Weekly Trains

8h 25mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 360.6 mi
Duration: 8h 25m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Holyhead via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 8h 25m.

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