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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Holyhead is to drive which costs £75 - £120 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Holyhead is to drive which takes 5h 51m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Holyhead via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Brighton to Holyhead?

The distance between Brighton and Holyhead is 318 miles. The road distance is 315.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Brighton to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Holyhead train from?

Brighton to Holyhead train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Where does the Brighton to Holyhead train arrive?

Brighton to Holyhead train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Holyhead is 315 miles. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Brighton to Holyhead.

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

Book your Brighton to Holyhead train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 949+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Brighton to Holyhead - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 8 ways to get from Brighton to Holyhead by train, bus, 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 Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Holyheadtrain London Euston - Holyhead
6h 24m
£118–201
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport, ferry
cheapest
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane LGW - DUB
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry
9h 8m
£42–204
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 551 / ...
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
10h 53m
£78–175
Drive 313.5 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Holyheadcar 313.5 mi
5h 51m
£77–111
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
8h 9m
£139–356
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Holyheadtrain
10h 39m
£162–299
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
8h 11m
£148–299
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
8h 47m
£98–259

Brighton to Holyhead by train and foot

38Weekly Services

6h 24mAverage Duration

£118Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 316 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Holyhead via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 6h 24m.

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