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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Wakefield is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Wakefield is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Wakefield?

The distance between Holyhead and Wakefield is 164 miles. The road distance is 158 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Holyhead to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Wakefield train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Holyhead to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Wakefield is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Holyhead to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

There are 2168+ hotels available in Wakefield.

Holyhead to Wakefield - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 268 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Wakefield by train, car, or bus

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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 Wakefield Kirkgatetrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
4h 34m
£53–86
Drive 157.1 mi
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1. Drive from Holyhead to Wakefieldcar 157.1 mi
2h 55m
£40–57
Train, line 268 bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Earlestowntrain
2. Take the train from Earlestown to Bradford Interchangetrain
3. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Union Street Jbus 268
6h 33m
£56–96

Holyhead to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 163.2 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 34m.

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