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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Carrickmacross is to ferry and bus which costs €50 - €75 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Carrickmacross is to car ferry and drive which takes 4h 20m and costs €55 - €75.

How far is it from Holyhead to Carrickmacross?

The distance between Holyhead and Carrickmacross is 194 km.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Carrickmacross without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 5h 28m and costs €50 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Holyhead to Carrickmacross, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Carrickmacross?

There are 94+ hotels available in Carrickmacross.

Holyhead to Carrickmacross - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Carrickmacross by car ferry, car, ferry, bus, or train

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Drive from Dublin Terminal 1 to Carrickmacross
4h 20m
€59–71
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+IHolyhead-Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Carrickmacross N232
5h 28m
€52–72
Ferry, bus via Carrickmacross
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Carrickmacross980 / ...
6h 5m
€73–103
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DundalkIc / ...
6h 6m
€91–129

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

21Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Carrickmacross.

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Distance: 193.5 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Carrickmacross. However, you can take the car ferry to Dublin Terminal 1 then drive to Carrickmacross. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Holyhead to Carrickmacross N2 via Dublin Ferryport B+I, The Point, Busáras, and Dublin Busáras in around 5h 28m.

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