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 via Leeds which costs £29 - £120 and takes 8h 56m.

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 £60 - £90.

How far is it from Holyhead to Seaham?

The distance between Holyhead and Seaham is 273 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 8h 7m and costs £60 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Holyhead to Seaham, including transfers.

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.

Where can I stay near Seaham?

There are 1766+ hotels available in Seaham.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Rhyl
2. Take the train from Rhyl to Newton-le-Willows
3. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Durham
8h 7m
£60–163
Train, bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Leeds
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sunderland Interchange133 / ...
8h 56m
£29–116
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Rhyl
2. Take the train from Rhyl to Newton-le-Willows
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchange
8h 33m
£41–96
Drive 241.8 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Seaham241.8 mi
4h 15m
£60–87

Holyhead to Seaham by train and bus

93Weekly Services

8h 7mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 271.5 mi
Duration: 8h 7m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to New Strangford Road via Rhyl, Newton-le-Willows, Durham, and Bus Station Stand E in around 8h 7m.

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