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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Sunderland is to train and bus which costs £45 - £90 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Sunderland is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Sunderland via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Sunderland?

The distance between Holyhead and Sunderland is 274 miles. The road distance is 247.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £60 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Holyhead to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Sunderland train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Sunderland train arrive?

Holyhead to Sunderland train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Sunderland is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Holyhead to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1791+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Holyhead to Sunderland - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 8 ways to get from Holyhead to Sunderland by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Newton-le-Willowstrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
6h 36m
£62–162
Train via Carlisle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain
7h 5m
£44–127
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sunderland Interchangebus 172
7h 6m
£46–108
Drive 246 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Sunderlandcar 246 mi
4h 23m
£61–88
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
8h 4m
£80–194
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
7h 16m
£46–85
Ferry to Dublin Airport, fly
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Newcastle (NCL)plane DUB - NCL
8h 2m
£88–204
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
8h 11m
£73–179

Holyhead to Sunderland by train and bus

70Weekly Services

6h 36mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 272.4 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Sunderland Interchange via Newton-le-Willows, Durham, and Bus Station Stand D in around 6h 36m.

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