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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Holyhead is to train and ferry which costs £50 - £70 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Holyhead is to bus and ferry which takes 7h 30m and costs £50 - £75.

How far is it from Galway to Holyhead?

The distance between Galway and Holyhead is 197 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Holyhead without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 7h 30m and costs £50 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Galway to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 920+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Galway to Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, car, and car ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Galway to Holyhead by bus, ferry, train, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Bachelors Walkbus 761 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry Dublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
7h 30m
£54–72
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry Dublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
9h 4m
£52–69
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Galway to Belfastcar
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
3. Drive from Cairnryan to Holyheadcar
11h 53m
£151–231
Bus, ferry via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Parkgate Streetbus 761 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry 0
7h 30m
£73–105
Train, ferry via Holyhead Ferry
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry 0
9h 9m
£72–104

Galway to Holyhead by bus, foot, and ferry

21Weekly Services

7h 30mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Galway to Holyhead.

Launch map view

Distance: 196 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Galway to Holyhead. However, you can take the bus to Bachelors Walk, walk to Eden Quay, take the bus to Castleforbes Road, walk to Dublin Ferryport B+I, then take the ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Holyhead via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, The Point, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 9h 4m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.