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

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Holyhead is to bus and train which costs £60 - £180 and takes 8h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Holyhead is to drive which takes 5h 35m and costs £80 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Greenock and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Greenock to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Greenock West and arriving at Holyhead via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Greenock to Holyhead?

The distance between Greenock and Holyhead is 344 miles. The road distance is 337.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenock to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs £35 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Greenock to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Holyhead train from?

Greenock to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Where does the Greenock to Holyhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greenock to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Holyhead is 337 miles. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Greenock to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 914+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
7h 8m
£39–176
Bus, train via Crewe
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
9h 43m
£54–173
Drive 335.2 mi
1. Drive from Greenock to Holyhead335.2 mi
5h 35m
£84–121
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
8h 16m
£89–207
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Waterloo Lane906 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Oxford Road
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Holyhead
8h 46m
£61–180
Fly to Dublin Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Dublin Airport (DUB)GLA - DUB
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry
8h 56m
£103–213
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Stafford
3. Take the train from Stafford to Holyhead
7h 48m
£93–270

Greenock to Holyhead by train

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7h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 342.2 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

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

You can take a train from Greenock West to Holyhead via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Chester in around 7h 8m.

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