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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Cavan is to ferry and bus which costs €50 - €75 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Cavan is to car ferry and drive which takes 4h 44m and costs €60 - €80.

How far is it from Holyhead to Cavan?

The distance between Holyhead and Cavan is 222 km.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Cavan without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 6h 15m and costs €50 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Holyhead to Cavan, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cavan?

There are 100+ hotels available in Cavan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Cavan by car ferry, 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.

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Drive from Dublin Terminal 1 to Cavan
4h 44m
€63–78
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 Cavan Bus Station109X
6h 15m
€54–75
Ferry, bus #2
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Cavan Bus Station109X
6h 15m
€78–118
Ferry, bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Cavan Bus Station30
6h 33m
€91–129

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

21Weekly Services

6h 15mAverage Duration

€54Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Cavan.

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Distance: 222.4 km
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Cavan, Ulster, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Cavan. However, you can take the car ferry to Dublin Terminal 1 then drive to Cavan. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Holyhead to Cavan Bus Station via Dublin Ferryport B+I, The Point, Busáras, and Dublin Busáras in around 6h 15m.

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