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

The cheapest way to get from Colne to Holyhead is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colne to Holyhead is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Colne and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Colne to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Colne and arriving at Holyhead via Preston, Warrington Bank Quay and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Colne to Holyhead?

The distance between Colne and Holyhead is 158 miles. The road distance is 148.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colne to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Colne to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colne to Holyhead train from?

Colne to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Colne station.

Where does the Colne to Holyhead train arrive?

Colne to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Colne to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Colne to Holyhead is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Colne to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 919+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colne to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
5h 10m
£34–72
Drive 148.1 mi
1. Drive from Colne to Holyhead148.1 mi
2h 34m
£37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to HolyheadManchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
6h 12m
Bus, train via Chester
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to PrintworksX43
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chester
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
6h 13m

Colne to Holyhead by train

115Weekly Trains

5h 10mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.3 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Colne, Lancashire, England and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Colne to Holyhead via Preston, Warrington Bank Quay, and Chester in around 5h 10m.

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