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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Holyhead is to train via Chester which costs £30 - £95 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Holyhead is to drive which takes 5h 34m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Holyhead via Haymarket, Warrington Bank Quay and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Holyhead?

The distance between Dunfermline and Holyhead is 335 miles. The road distance is 328.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Holyhead without a car is to train via Chester which takes 7h 17m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Dunfermline to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Holyhead train from?

Dunfermline to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Holyhead train arrive?

Dunfermline to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Holyhead is 329 miles. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Dunfermline to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 916+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Dunfermline to Holyhead - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 8 ways to get from Dunfermline to Holyhead by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Train via Chester
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Warrington Bank QuayEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
7h 17m
£34–91
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
12h 57m
£46–105
Drive 327 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Holyhead327 mi
5h 34m
£82–118
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
7h 50m
£92–231
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newton-le-WillowsEdinburgh - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to HolyheadManchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
10h 7m
£88–185
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Dublin Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Dublin Airport (DUB)EDI - DUB
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry
8h 39m
£104–227
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
7h 15m
£73–215
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
8h 26m
£65–220

Dunfermline to Holyhead by train

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7h 17mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 333 mi
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Holyhead via Haymarket, Warrington Bank Quay, and Chester in around 7h 17m.

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