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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Hartlepool is to train and bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 8h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Hartlepool is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Hartlepool via Chester, Manchester Oxford Road and Thornaby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Hartlepool?

The distance between Holyhead and Hartlepool is 256 miles. The road distance is 232 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Hartlepool without a car is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Holyhead to Hartlepool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Hartlepool train from?

Holyhead to Hartlepool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Hartlepool train arrive?

Holyhead to Hartlepool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Hartlepool?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Hartlepool is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Holyhead to Hartlepool.

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

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Where can I stay near Hartlepool?

There are 1179+ hotels available in Hartlepool.

Holyhead to Hartlepool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Holyhead to Hartlepool by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thornaby
7h 53m
£45–141
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoria
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station Stand 11
8h 46m
£28–69
Drive 230.7 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Hartlepool230.7 mi
4h 8m
£57–82
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Oxford Road
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Thornaby
7h 56m
£47–119
Train, bus via Leeds
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool One
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station170 / ...
4. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station Stand Z172 / ...
10h 9m
£33–90

Holyhead to Hartlepool by train and bus

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7h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 255 mi
Duration: 7h 53m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Victoria Road - Grand Hotel via Chester, Manchester Piccadilly, Thornaby, and Rail Station in around 7h 53m.

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