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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Alcester is to train and bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Alcester is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Alcester?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Alcester. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Redditch via Stafford and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Alcester?

The distance between Holyhead and Alcester is 185 miles. The road distance is 162.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Alcester without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Holyhead to Alcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Alcester train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Alcester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Holyhead to Alcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Alcester is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Holyhead to Alcester.

Where can I stay near Alcester?

There are 1529+ hotels available in Alcester.

Holyhead to Alcester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 125 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Staffordtrain Holyhead - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 7m
£60–108
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shottontrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 830
7h 22m
£39–65
Drive 161.7 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Alcestercar 161.7 mi
3h 31m
£41–58
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
5h 50m
£64–119
Train, line 125 bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to Kidderminster Bus Stationbus 125
8h 38m

Holyhead to Alcester by train and bus

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Distance: 184 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Alcester, Warwickshire, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Police Station via Stafford, Birmingham New Street, Redditch, and Redditch Bus Station in around 5h 7m.

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