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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Retford is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Retford is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Retford. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Retford via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Retford?

The distance between Holyhead and Retford is 191 miles. The road distance is 181.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Retford without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Holyhead to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Retford train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Retford train arrive?

Holyhead to Retford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Retford is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Holyhead to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 344+ hotels available in Retford.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Retford by train 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 Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
5h 23m
£70–132
Drive 180.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Retfordcar 180.7 mi
3h 24m
£45–64
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Crewetrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
5h 24m
£63–129

Holyhead to Retford by train

52Weekly Trains

5h 23mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.5 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Retford via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 5h 23m.

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