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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Seaham is to train and bus which costs £30 - £110 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Seaham is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Seaham?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Seaham. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Seaham via Chester, Newton-le-Willows and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Seaham?

The distance between Holyhead and Seaham is 289 miles. The road distance is 243.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Seaham without a car is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs £55 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Holyhead to Seaham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Seaham train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Seaham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Holyhead to Seaham?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Seaham is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Holyhead to Seaham.

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

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Where can I stay near Seaham?

There are 1783+ hotels available in Seaham.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Holyhead to Seaham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
7h 24m
£58–214
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sunderland Interchangebus 172
8h 11m
£32–102
Drive 241.8 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Seahamcar 241.8 mi
4h 15m
£59–86
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain
4. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Seahamtrain
8h 10m
£47–151
Train, bus via Rhyl
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Rhyltrain
2. Take the train from Rhyl to Newton-le-Willowstrain
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus
8h 33m
£43–93

Holyhead to Seaham by train

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7h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Seaham, County Durham, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Seaham via Chester, Newton-le-Willows, and Newcastle in around 7h 24m.

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