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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Holyhead is to train and ferry which costs £50 - £75 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Holyhead is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 10m and costs £60 - £80.

How far is it from Belfast to Holyhead?

The distance between Belfast and Holyhead is 170 miles.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Holyhead without a car is to bus and ferry via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 6h 45m and costs £55 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Belfast to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 915+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Belfast to Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Holyhead by car, car ferry, bus, ferry, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
5h 10m
£64–76
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
7h 7m
£53–71
Bus, ferry via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21785
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
6h 45m
£56–71
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
7h 43m

Belfast to Holyhead by bus, foot, and ferry

21Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Belfast to Holyhead.

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Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Belfast to Holyhead. However, you can drive to Dublin Terminal 1 then take the car ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Glengall Street to Holyhead via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21, The Point, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 6h 45m.

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