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

The cheapest way to get from Castlerea to Holyhead is to train and car ferry which costs £40 - £50 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlerea to Holyhead is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 43m and costs £55 - £70.

How far is it from Castlerea to Holyhead?

The distance between Castlerea and Holyhead is 176 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castlerea to Holyhead without a car is to train and ferry which takes 7h 18m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Castlerea to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 919+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Castlerea to Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Castlerea to Holyhead by car, car ferry, train, 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 Castlerea to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
5h 43m
£55–67
Train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Castlerea to Dublin Heuston803 / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
8h 11m
£43–49
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Castlerea to Dublin Heuston803 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
7h 18m
£72–106
Train, car ferry via Dublin
1. Take the train from Castlerea to Dublin Heuston803 / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
8h 15m
£53–110

Castlerea to Holyhead by train, tram, bus, foot, and ferry

26Weekly Services

7h 18mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 175 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

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

There is no direct connection from Castlerea to Holyhead. However, you can drive to Dublin Terminal 1 then take the car ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castlerea to Holyhead Ferry via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, Eden Quay, The Point, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 7h 18m.

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