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

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Holyhead is to train and car ferry which costs £45 - £70 and takes 8h 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 car ferry which takes 8h 59m and costs £45 - £70.

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 919+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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
£64–91
Train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Dublin Heuston803 / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
8h 59m
£47–66
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
9h 2m
£64–83
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Dublin Heuston803 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
8h 6m
£77–112
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
£68–131

Castlebar to Holyhead by train, foot, bus, and car ferry

28Weekly Services

8h 59mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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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, Parkgate Street, Ferry Terminal 2, and Dublin Terminal 1 in around 8h 59m.

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