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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Preston is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Preston. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Preston via Chester and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Preston?

The distance between Holyhead and Preston is 129 miles. The road distance is 124.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Preston without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 3h 28m and costs £28 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Holyhead to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Holyhead to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Preston is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Holyhead to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2123+ hotels available in Preston.

Holyhead to Preston - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Preston by train or car

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Train via Warrington
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain London Euston - Preston / ...
3h 28m
£28–64
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
4h 27m
£26–69
Drive 123.4 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Prestoncar 123.4 mi
2h 37m
£31–44

Holyhead to Preston by train

177Weekly Trains

3h 28mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.7 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Preston via Chester and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 28m.

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