What is the cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Holyhead?

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Holyhead is to ferry and train which costs £40 - £220 and takes 8h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Holyhead?

The fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Holyhead is to ferry and train which takes 8h 58m and costs £40 - £220.

How far is it from Isle of Arran to Holyhead?

The distance between Isle of Arran and Holyhead is 379 miles.

How do I travel from Isle of Arran to Holyhead without a car?

The best way to get from Isle of Arran to Holyhead without a car is to ferry and bus and train which takes 13h 24m and costs £85 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Isle of Arran to Holyhead?

It takes approximately 8h 58m to get from Isle of Arran to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 916+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Isle of Arran to Holyhead - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Isle of Arran to Holyhead by ferry, train, or bus

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

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Troon Ferry Terminal
2. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
4. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
8h 58m
£43–218
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Troon Ferry Terminal
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std181 / ...
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
13h 24m
£87–183
Ferry, train, Steam train
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Troon Ferry Terminal
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Chester
4. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
13h 20m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 377.2 mi
Duration: 8h 58m

What companies run services between Isle of Arran, Scotland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Isle of Arran to Holyhead. However, you can drive to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Troon Ferry Terminal, drive to Irvine, take the train to Glasgow Central, take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Chester, then take the train to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Isle of Arran to Holyhead via Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, Troon Ferry Terminal, Garden Place, Dunlop Street, Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Night Std, Lancaster, and Crewe in around 13h 24m.

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