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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Holyhead is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Holyhead is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Holyhead via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Bristol to Holyhead?

The distance between Bristol and Holyhead is 248 miles. The road distance is 200.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Holyhead without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 5h 29m and costs £70 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Bristol to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Holyhead train from?

Bristol to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Where does the Bristol to Holyhead train arrive?

Bristol to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Holyhead is 201 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Bristol to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 916+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Staffordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Holyheadtrain London Euston - Holyhead / ...
5h 29m
£74–257
Drive 199.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bristol to Holyheadcar 199.5 mi
4h 38m
£49–71
Fly, ferry
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane BRS - DUB
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry
8h 38m
£91–209
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Holyheadtrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 13m
£77–137

Bristol to Holyhead by train

44Weekly Trains

5h 29mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.5 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Holyhead via Stafford in around 5h 29m.

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