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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Holyhead is to bus and train which costs £40 - £100 and takes 9h 39m.

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 49m 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 14m.

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 14m and costs £60 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m 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 49m 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 904+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Brighton to Holyhead - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, bus, and ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Brighton to Holyhead by train, car, plane, bus, 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 IntlBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to HolyheadLondon Euston - Holyhead
6h 14m
£60–174
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Newhall St
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Holyhead
9h 39m
£44–100
Drive 313.5 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Holyhead313.5 mi
5h 49m
£77–111
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
8h 32m
£85–204
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport, ferry
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dublin Airport (DUB)LGW - DUB
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry
8h 53m
£99–256
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
8h 41m
£103–343
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
8h 33m
£101–257

Brighton to Holyhead by train and foot

38Weekly Services

6h 14mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Brighton to Holyhead.

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Distance: 315.9 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

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 14m.

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