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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Holyhead is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 5h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Holyhead is to drive which takes 5h 44m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Holyhead via Birmingham New Street and Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Exeter to Holyhead?

The distance between Exeter and Holyhead is 324 miles. The road distance is 272.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Holyhead without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 6h 35m and costs £80 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Exeter to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Holyhead train from?

Exeter to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Exeter to Holyhead train arrive?

Exeter to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Holyhead is 273 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Exeter to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 943+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Exeter to Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Holyhead by train, car, plane, 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.

Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Holyheadtrain
6h 35m
£80–293
Drive 271 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Holyheadcar 271 mi
5h 44m
£66–95
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
6h 28m
£103–324
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Holyheadtrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead
8h 23m
£89–200
Fly to Dublin Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane EXT - DUB
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry
8h 41m
£115–305

Exeter to Holyhead by train

44Weekly Trains

6h 35mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 321.7 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Holyhead via Birmingham New Street and Stafford in around 6h 35m.

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