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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Wakefield is to train and bus which costs £25 - £65 and takes 8h.

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 53m 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 Chester and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

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 56m and costs £28 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m 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 Chester station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Wakefield is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m 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 2045+ hotels available in Wakefield.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wakefield Kirkgate
4h 56m
£28–91
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chester
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool One
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus Station
8h
£25–61
Drive 157.1 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Wakefield157.1 mi
2h 53m
£39–56
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to HuddersfieldLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
5h 13m
£44–87

Holyhead to Wakefield by train

127Weekly Trains

4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.9 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Wakefield Kirkgate via Chester and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 56m.

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