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

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Holyhead is to train and ferry which costs £50 - £75 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Holyhead is to drive and car ferry which takes 6h 21m and costs £60 - £95.

How far is it from Castlebar to Holyhead?

The distance between Castlebar and Holyhead is 215 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castlebar to Holyhead without a car is to train and ferry which takes 7h 59m and costs £50 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Castlebar to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 918+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Castlebar to Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Castlebar to Holyhead by car, car ferry, train, ferry, 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.

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Castlebar to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
6h 21m
£63–91
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Dublin Heuston803 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
7h 59m
£55–73
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Dublin Airport Zone 15721
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
8h 50m
£62–83
Train, ferry via Holyhead Ferry
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Dublin Heuston803 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
8h 9m
£75–108
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Ballina, Bus Station to Dublin Busáras Bus22
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
11h 30m
£67–131

Castlebar to Holyhead by train, tram, foot, and ferry

21Weekly Services

7h 59mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castlebar to Holyhead.

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Distance: 213.3 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Castlebar, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Castlebar to Holyhead. However, you can drive to Dublin Terminal 1 then take the car ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castlebar to Holyhead via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, The Point, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 7h 59m.

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