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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Ardara is to ferry and train and drive which costs €95 - €150 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Ardara is to ferry and train and drive which takes 9h 6m and costs €95 - €150.

How far is it from Holyhead to Ardara?

The distance between Holyhead and Ardara is 417 km.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Ardara without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 10h 24m and costs €95 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 9h 6m to get from Holyhead to Ardara, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Ardara?

There are 307+ hotels available in Ardara.

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

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

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

Ferry, train, drive
best
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Sligotrain Re / ...
3. Drive from Sligo to Ardaracar
9h 6m
€100–143
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Donegalbus 30
3. Take the bus from Donegal to Ardarabus 492
10h 24m
€100–143
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Holyhead to Cairnryancar
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
3. Drive from Belfast to Ardaracar
10h 28m
€156–232
Ferry, fly, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Donegal Airport (CFN)plane DUB - CFN
3. Take the bus from Anagaire to Ardarabus
8h 58m
Ferry, bus via Letterkenny
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry
2. Take the bus from Parnell Square Nth to Letterkenny Bus Stationbus 932
3. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Ardarabus 991
10h 25m

Holyhead to Ardara by ferry, foot, tram, and bus

26Weekly Services

10h 24mAverage Duration

€100Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Ardara.

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Distance: 417.3 km
Duration: 9h 6m

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

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Ardara. However, you can take the ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I, walk to The Point, take the vehicle to Connolly, walk to Dublin Connolly, take the train to Sligo, then drive to Ardara. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Ardara via Dublin Ferryport B+I, The Point, Busáras, Dublin Busáras, and Donegal in around 10h 24m.

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