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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Holyhead is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry to Holyhead is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Holyhead via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Barry to Holyhead?

The distance between Barry and Holyhead is 241 miles. The road distance is 194.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Barry to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Holyhead train from?

Barry to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Barry to Holyhead train arrive?

Barry to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Holyhead station.

Can I drive from Barry to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Holyhead is 195 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Barry to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 943+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Barry to Holyhead by train, 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 Cardiff Central to Holyheadtrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead
6h 19m
£93–135
Drive 193.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barry to Holyheadcar 193.6 mi
4h 26m
£48–69
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane CWL - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
8h 13m
£89–263
Fly to Dublin Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane CWL - DUB
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry
8h 24m
£82–281

Barry to Holyhead by train

51Weekly Trains

6h 19mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.9 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Barry, Wales and Holyhead, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Holyhead every 4 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 4h 53m.

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