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

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Holyhead is to bus and train which costs £21 - £50 and takes 8h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Holyhead is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Castleford to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Castleford and arriving at Holyhead via Manchester Piccadilly and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Castleford to Holyhead?

The distance between Castleford and Holyhead is 170 miles. The road distance is 165.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castleford to Holyhead without a car is to train via Chester which takes 5h 2m and costs £25 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Castleford to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Holyhead train from?

Castleford to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Castleford station.

Where does the Castleford to Holyhead train arrive?

Castleford to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Castleford to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Holyhead is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Castleford to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 917+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train via Chester
best
1. Take the train from Castleford to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chester
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
5h 2m
£26–91
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Outlet Village170
2. Take the train from Chester to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
8h 39m
£21–48
Drive 164.4 mi
1. Drive from Castleford to Holyhead164.4 mi
2h 50m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Castleford to Manchester PiccadillyYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to HolyheadManchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
5h 8m
£45–114

Castleford to Holyhead by train

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Castleford to Holyhead via Manchester Piccadilly and Chester in around 5h 2m.

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