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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Castlebar is to ferry and train which costs €30 - €70 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Castlebar is to ferry and train which takes 7h 44m and costs €30 - €70.

How far is it from Holyhead to Castlebar?

The distance between Holyhead and Castlebar is 356 km.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Castlebar without a car is to ferry and train which takes 7h 44m and costs €30 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Holyhead to Castlebar, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Castlebar?

There are 221+ hotels available in Castlebar.

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

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

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
best
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Castlebartrain Re
7h 44m
€32–70
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Castlebarbus 721
8h 13m
€32–71
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Holyhead to Cairnryancar
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
3. Drive from Larne to Castlebarcar
11h 31m
€153–472
Ferry, bus via Foxford
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry Holyhead-Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Foxfordbus 22
10h 1m
€53–137

Holyhead to Castlebar by ferry, foot, tram, and train

23Weekly Services

7h 44mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Holyhead to Castlebar.

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Distance: 355.8 km
Duration: 7h 44m

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

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Castlebar. However, you can take the ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I, walk to The Point, take the vehicle to Heuston, walk to Dublin Heuston, then take the train to Castlebar. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Castlebar via Dublin Ferryport B+I, Castleforbes Road, Burgh Quay, and Crampton Quay in around 8h 13m.

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