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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Bridgend is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Bridgend is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Holyhead and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Holyhead to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Holyhead Port and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Alban Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Bridgend via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Bridgend?

The distance between Holyhead and Bridgend is 253 miles. The road distance is 189.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £80 - £140.

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

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

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Bridgend bus from?

Holyhead to Bridgend bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Holyhead Port station.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Holyhead to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Holyhead to Bridgend is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Holyhead to Bridgend bus arrive?

Holyhead to Bridgend bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Alban Square 3 station.

Where does the Holyhead to Bridgend train arrive?

Holyhead to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Bridgend is 189 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Holyhead to Bridgend.

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

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Where can I stay near Bridgend?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
5h 27m
£84–139
Drive 188.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Bridgendcar 188.2 mi
4h 22m
£47–67
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1. Take the bus from Holyhead Port to Alban Square 3bus 1
2. Take the bus from Alban Square 1 to Sarn Odeonbus T1c
8h 16m

Holyhead to Bridgend by train

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Distance: 251.8 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Bridgend, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Holyhead Port to Sarn Odeon via Alban Square 1 in around 8h 16m.

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