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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Holyhead is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Holyhead is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Holyhead via Preston, Warrington Bank Quay and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Burnley to Holyhead?

The distance between Burnley and Holyhead is 153 miles. The road distance is 140.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Holyhead without a car is to train via Preston which takes 4h 30m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Burnley to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Holyhead train from?

Burnley to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Burnley to Holyhead train arrive?

Burnley to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Holyhead is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Burnley to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 917+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Burnley to Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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

Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank QuayPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 30m
£38–69
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Todmorden to ChesterLeeds - Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
5h 13m
£24–58
Drive 139.7 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Holyhead139.7 mi
2h 32m
£35–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to HolyheadManchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
5h 21m

Burnley to Holyhead by train

125Weekly Trains

4h 30mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Holyhead via Preston, Warrington Bank Quay, and Chester in around 4h 30m.

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