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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Holyhead is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Holyhead is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Holyhead via Nuneaton and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Ely to Holyhead?

The distance between Ely and Holyhead is 268 miles. The road distance is 248.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Holyhead without a car is to train via Hinckley which takes 6h 40m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Ely to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ely to Holyhead train from?

Ely to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.

Where does the Ely to Holyhead train arrive?

Ely to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Ely to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Holyhead is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Ely to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 126+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Ely to Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Ely to Holyhead by train, car, or plane

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Train via Hinckley
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Nuneatontrain
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Holyheadtrain
6h 40m
£108–198
Drive 246.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ely to Holyheadcar 246.6 mi
4h 43m
£60–87
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Crosstrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
8h 18m
£150–431
Train
1. Take the train from Ely to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
7h 37m
£126–205

Ely to Holyhead by train

65Weekly Trains

6h 40mAverage Duration

£108Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 266.4 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Holyhead via Nuneaton and Crewe in around 6h 40m.

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