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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Colchester is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Colchester via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Colchester?

The distance between Holyhead and Colchester is 318 miles. The road distance is 292.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Holyhead to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Colchester train from?

Holyhead to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Colchester train arrive?

Holyhead to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Colchester is 293 miles. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Holyhead to Colchester.

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

Book your Holyhead to Colchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Colchester.

Holyhead to Colchester - 7 ways to travel via train, car, ferry, plane, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Holyhead to Colchester by train, car, ferry, plane, 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.

Train
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1. Take the train from Holyhead to London EustonHolyhead - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 56m
£71–147
Drive 291.1 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Colchester291.1 mi
5h 38m
£71–103
Ferry to Dublin Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London Stansted Airport (STN)DUB - STN
8h 22m
£99–229
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
10h 9m
£71–213
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
7h 45m
£108–320
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
8h 40m
£80–172
Ferry to Dublin Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London City Airport (LCY)DUB - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
8h 27m
£148–353

Holyhead to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

34Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Colchester.

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Distance: 316.6 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Colchester via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 56m.

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