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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Holyhead is to drive which costs £75 - £120 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Holyhead is to drive which takes 5h 28m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Holyhead via Haymarket, Warrington Bank Quay and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Holyhead?

The distance between Falkirk and Holyhead is 344 miles. The road distance is 319.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Holyhead without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 19m and costs £45 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Falkirk to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Holyhead train from?

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

Where does the Falkirk to Holyhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falkirk to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Holyhead is 320 miles. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Falkirk to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 918+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Falkirk to Holyhead - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Warrington Bank QuayEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
7h 19m
£48–218
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus StationX37
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 51m
Drive 317.8 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Holyhead317.8 mi
5h 28m
£80–115
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 42m
£106–234
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
7h 25m
£49–179
Train #2
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newton-le-Willows
3. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Holyhead
9h 34m
£94–214
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 22m
£76–223
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
7h 37m
£65–210

Falkirk to Holyhead by train

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7h 19mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 341.7 mi
Duration: 7h 19m

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

You can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Holyhead via Haymarket, Warrington Bank Quay, and Chester in around 7h 19m.

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