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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Holyhead is to bus and train which costs £15 - £60 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Holyhead is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Holyhead via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Derby to Holyhead?

The distance between Derby and Holyhead is 156 miles. The road distance is 156.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £21 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Derby to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Holyhead train from?

Derby to Holyhead train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.

Where does the Derby to Holyhead train arrive?

Derby to Holyhead train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Derby to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Holyhead is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Derby to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 915+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Holyheadtrain London Euston - Holyhead / ...
4h 24m
£22–68
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Street to Bus Stationbus Sw
2. Take the train from Crewe to Holyheadtrain London Euston - Holyhead / ...
7h 5m
£16–56
Drive 155.4 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Holyheadcar 155.4 mi
2h 50m
£38–55
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Holyheadtrain
5h 48m
£36–102

Derby to Holyhead by train

70Weekly Trains

4h 24mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Holyhead via Crewe in around 4h 24m.

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