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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Manchester is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Holyhead and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Manchester?

The distance between Holyhead and Manchester is 124 miles. The road distance is 121.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £70.

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

The train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford Road takes 2h 51m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Manchester train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Manchester train arrive?

Holyhead to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Manchester is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Holyhead to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3473+ hotels available in Manchester.

Holyhead to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Manchester by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford RoadHolyhead - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 51m
£30–70
Train via Chester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester PiccadillyLlandudno - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 16m
£16–56
Drive 120.5 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Manchester120.5 mi
2h 8m
£30–43
Train via Chester #2
1. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Oxford RoadLlandudno - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
3h 25m
£22–58

Holyhead to Manchester by train

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Distance: 123.6 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford Road twice daily. Tickets cost £30–70 and the journey takes 2h 51m.

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