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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Castlerea is to ferry and train which costs €55 - €75 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Castlerea is to ferry and train which takes 7h 11m and costs €55 - €75.

How far is it from Holyhead to Castlerea?

The distance between Holyhead and Castlerea is 296 km.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Castlerea without a car is to ferry and train which takes 7h 11m and costs €55 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Holyhead to Castlerea, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Castlerea?

There are 43+ hotels available in Castlerea.

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

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

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 to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry Holyhead-Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Castlereatrain Re
7h 11m
€58–73
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Holyhead to Cairnryancar
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
3. Drive from Belfast to Castlereacar
10h 54m
€165–235
Ferry, train #2
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Castlereatrain Re
7h 11m
€82–116
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Tulskbus 22
9h 3m
€91–128

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

21Weekly Services

7h 11mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Holyhead to Castlerea.

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Distance: 295.8 km
Duration: 7h 11m

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

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Castlerea. 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 Castlerea. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Holyhead to Castlerea via Cairnryan and Belfast in around 10h 54m.

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