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 55m.

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 55m 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 Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Pontefract?

The distance between Holyhead and Pontefract is 173 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 which takes 5h 14m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m 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 Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Pontefract?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Pontefract is 169 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m 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 1729+ hotels available in Pontefract.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Pontefract by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
5h 14m
£54–89
Drive 167.6 mi
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1. Drive from Holyhead to Pontefractcar 167.6 mi
2h 55m
£42–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Outlet Village to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170
8h 25m
£49–80
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Earlestowntrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Earlestown to Leedstrain Chester - Leeds
6h 24m
£63–109

Holyhead to Pontefract by train and bus

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5h 14mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.5 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Valley Gardens A via Manchester Piccadilly, Wakefield Kirkgate, and Kirkgate A in around 5h 14m.

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