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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Birkenhead is to train and line 1 bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Birkenhead is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Birkenhead Hamilton Square via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Birkenhead?

The distance between Holyhead and Birkenhead is 100 miles. The road distance is 92.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Holyhead to Birkenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Birkenhead train from?

Holyhead to Birkenhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Birkenhead train arrive?

Holyhead to Birkenhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Birkenhead is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Holyhead to Birkenhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

There are 2491+ hotels available in Birkenhead.

Holyhead to Birkenhead - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 1 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Birkenhead by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Birkenhead Hamilton SquareChester - Chester / ...
2h 40m
£18–38
Train, line 1 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Grange RoadX1 / ...
3h 59m
£15–33
Drive 91.6 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Birkenhead91.6 mi
1h 40m
£23–33

Holyhead to Birkenhead by train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 99.1 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Birkenhead Hamilton Square via Chester in around 2h 40m.

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