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

The cheapest way to get from Cavan to Holyhead is to bus and ferry which costs £50 - £70 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cavan to Holyhead is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 55m and costs £45 - £70.

How far is it from Cavan to Holyhead?

The distance between Cavan and Holyhead is 139 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cavan to Holyhead without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 6h 47m and costs £50 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Cavan to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 914+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Cavan to Holyhead - 3 ways to travel via car, car ferry, bus, and ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Cavan to Holyhead by car, car ferry, 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 Cavan to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
4h 55m
£46–65
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 1930
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
6h 47m
£53–70
Bus, ferry via Holyhead Ferry
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 1930
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
6h 48m
£73–105

Cavan to Holyhead by bus, foot, and ferry

35Weekly Services

6h 47mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 138.2 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Cavan, Ulster, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Cavan to Holyhead. However, you can drive to Dublin Terminal 1 then take the car ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cavan Bus Station to Holyhead via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport, Terminal 2, Dublin 3Arena Point Village & Ringsend, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 6h 47m.

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