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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Pontefract is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Pontefract is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Pontefract?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Pontefract. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Pontefract Tanshelf via Chester, Newton-le-Willows and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Pontefract?

The distance between Holyhead and Pontefract is 185 miles. The road distance is 168.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Pontefract without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 5h 45m and costs £24 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Holyhead to Pontefract, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Pontefract train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Pontefract train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Holyhead to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Pontefract is 169 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Holyhead to Pontefract.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontefract?

There are 1543+ hotels available in Pontefract.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Pontefract 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 Warrington
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to LeedsLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
5h 45m
£24–107
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to LeedsChester - Leeds
6h 22m
£23–97
Drive 167.5 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Pontefract167.5 mi
2h 53m
£42–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Rhyl
2. Take the train from Rhyl to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station170 / ...
7h 16m
£39–91

Holyhead to Pontefract by train

110Weekly Trains

5h 45mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.2 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Pontefract Tanshelf via Chester, Newton-le-Willows, and Leeds in around 5h 45m.

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