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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Holyhead is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Holyhead is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Holyhead via Tottenham Court Road station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Holyhead?

The distance between Heathrow and Holyhead is 282 miles. The road distance is 255 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Heathrow to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Holyhead train from?

Heathrow to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Where does the Heathrow to Holyhead train arrive?

Heathrow to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Holyhead station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Holyhead is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Heathrow to Holyhead.

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

Book your Heathrow to Holyhead train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 918+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow to Holyhead by train, car, plane, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Holyheadtrain London Euston - Holyhead
5h 27m
£69–173
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Holyheadtrain
7h 43m
£53–110
Drive 253.5 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Holyheadcar 253.5 mi
4h 51m
£62–89
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
5h 15m
£73–259
Fly to Dublin Airport, ferry
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane LHR - DUB
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry
6h 27m
£111–228

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

59Weekly Planes

1h 6mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 280 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Holyhead 5 times a day. Tickets cost £50–150 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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