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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Northampton is to train and bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Northampton is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Northampton via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Northampton?

The distance between Holyhead and Northampton is 230 miles. The road distance is 202.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Holyhead to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Northampton train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Northampton train arrive?

Holyhead to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Northampton is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Holyhead to Northampton.

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

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Where can I stay near Northampton?

There are 862+ hotels available in Northampton.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Holyhead to Northampton 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 Milton Keynes Centraltrain Holyhead - London Euston
3h 50m
£68–143
Train via Shrewsbury
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain
5h 30m
£30–126
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shottontrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Northampton Town Centrebus Ukn21
6h 46m
£40–59
Drive 201.2 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Northamptoncar 201.2 mi
3h 50m
£49–70
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Parkbus 707
7h 11m
£37–121

Holyhead to Northampton by train

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.5 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Holyhead to Milton Keynes Central twice a week. Tickets cost £60–95 and the journey takes 3h 16m.

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