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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Holyhead is to bus and train which costs £28 - £90 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Holyhead is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Holyhead via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Holyhead?

The distance between Gateshead and Holyhead is 272 miles. The road distance is 247.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £70 - £180.

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

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

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Holyhead train from?

Gateshead to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the Gateshead to Holyhead train arrive?

Gateshead to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Holyhead is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Gateshead to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 925+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Gateshead to Holyhead - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Gateshead to Holyhead by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
6h 6m
£74–175
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
7h 52m
£29–86
Drive 246.3 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Holyheadcar 246.3 mi
4h 32m
£60–86
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NCL - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
8h 30m
£63–188
Bus, train via Llandudno
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand C to Holyhead Clockbus 4X
9h 41m
£37–90
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
8h 32m
£70–168
Fly to Dublin Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane NCL - DUB
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry
8h 43m
£87–189

Gateshead to Holyhead by train

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6h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 270.5 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Holyhead via Newton-le-Willows in around 6h 6m.

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