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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Kilkeel is to ferry and bus via Dundalk Bus Station which costs £50 - £70 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Kilkeel is to ferry and train and drive which takes 7h 2m and costs £70 - £110.

How far is it from Holyhead to Kilkeel?

The distance between Holyhead and Kilkeel is 155 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Kilkeel without a car is to ferry and train which takes 7h 45m and costs £65 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Holyhead to Kilkeel, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kilkeel?

There are 349+ hotels available in Kilkeel.

Holyhead to Kilkeel - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, car, car ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Holyhead to Kilkeel 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, drive
best
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Dundalktrain Re / ...
3. Drive from Dundalk to Kilkeelcar
7h 2m
£72–103
Ferry, bus via Dundalk Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry Holyhead-Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Take the bus from 3Arena to Dundalk Bus Stationbus 100X
9h 5m
£53–67
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Holyhead to Cairnryancar
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
3. Drive from Belfast to Kilkeelcar
9h
£118–173
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Newrytrain Rail
7h 45m
£67–94
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Newry Bus Stationbus X1
7h 54m

Holyhead to Kilkeel by ferry, foot, tram, train, and bus

26Weekly Services

7h 45mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Kilkeel.

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Distance: 153.8 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Kilkeel, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Kilkeel. However, you can take the ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I, walk to The Point, take the vehicle to Busáras, walk to Tara Street, take the train to Dundalk, then drive to Kilkeel. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Holyhead to Kilkeel via Cairnryan and Belfast in around 9h.

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