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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Ellesmere is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Wem via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Ellesmere?

The distance between Holyhead and Ellesmere is 138 miles. The road distance is 91.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Ellesmere without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Holyhead to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Ellesmere train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Ellesmere train arrive?

Holyhead to Ellesmere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Ellesmere is 91 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Holyhead to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 822+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Holyhead to Ellesmere - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Crewetrain Holyhead - London Euston / ...
4h 57m
£46–86
Drive 90.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Ellesmerecar 90.6 mi
2h 1m
£22–32
Train, line 2 bus via Chester
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
5h 52m
£33–63
Train, line 2 bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Wrexham Generaltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
5h 37m
£40–68

Holyhead to Ellesmere by train and bus

70Weekly Services

5h 52mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.3 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Holyhead to Crewe every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Transport for Wales also services this route twice daily.

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