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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Blackburn is to train via Chester which costs £21 - £55 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Blackburn is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Blackburn via Warrington Bank Quay and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Blackburn?

The distance between Holyhead and Blackburn is 142 miles. The road distance is 136.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £28 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Holyhead to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Blackburn train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Blackburn train arrive?

Holyhead to Blackburn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Blackburn is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Holyhead to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1035+ hotels available in Blackburn.

Holyhead to Blackburn - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Blackburn by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain London Euston - Preston / ...
3h 47m
£29–79
Train via Chester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain
4h 41m
£21–54
Drive 135.6 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Blackburncar 135.6 mi
2h 27m
£33–48
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
4h 15m
£40–84

Holyhead to Blackburn by train

71Weekly Trains

3h 47mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.9 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Blackburn via Warrington Bank Quay and Preston in around 3h 47m.

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