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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Melksham is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Melksham is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Melksham via Stafford, Bristol Temple Meads and Chippenham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Melksham?

The distance between Holyhead and Melksham is 278 miles. The road distance is 224.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Melksham without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 7h 30m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Holyhead to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Melksham train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Melksham train arrive?

Holyhead to Melksham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Melksham is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Holyhead to Melksham.

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

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

There are 1411+ hotels available in Melksham.

Holyhead to Melksham - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Melksham by train, car, 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 via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Staffordtrain Holyhead - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
7h 30m
£119–191
Drive 223 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Melkshamcar 223 mi
4h 37m
£56–81
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Trowbridgetrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
7h 35m
£108–190
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
8h 9m
£91–154

Holyhead to Melksham by train

40Weekly Trains

7h 30mAverage Duration

£119Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 276.9 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Melksham via Stafford, Bristol Temple Meads, and Chippenham in around 7h 30m.

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