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

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

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 17m.

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 which takes 5h 17m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m 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 - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Castleford to Holyhead by train, car, or bus

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Train
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 17m
£32–93
Drive 164.4 mi
1. Drive from Castleford to Holyhead164.4 mi
2h 50m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station171 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rhyl
3. Take the train from Rhyl to Holyhead
7h 15m
£37–105

Castleford to Holyhead by train

110Weekly Trains

5h 17mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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 17m.

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