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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Skegness is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Skegness is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Skegness via Crewe and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Skegness?

The distance between Holyhead and Skegness is 253 miles. The road distance is 238.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 7h 51m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 51m to get from Holyhead to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Skegness train from?

Holyhead to Skegness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Skegness train arrive?

Holyhead to Skegness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Skegness is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Holyhead to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1555+ hotels available in Skegness.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
7h 51m
£87–195
Drive 237.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Skegnesscar 237.1 mi
4h 45m
£59–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shottontrain
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 423 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Co-op Storebus 151
12h 10m
£75–108
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Meadowhalltrain
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Lincoln Centraltrain
9h 38m
£75–124

Holyhead to Skegness by train

53Weekly Trains

7h 51mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 251.5 mi
Duration: 7h 51m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Skegness via Crewe and Nottingham in around 7h 51m.

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