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 via Chester which costs £55 - £180 and takes 9h 17m.

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 via Chester which takes 9h 17m and costs £55 - £180.

How far is it from Isle of Arran to Holyhead?

The distance between Isle of Arran and Holyhead is 369 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 train via Chester which takes 9h 17m and costs £55 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 9h 17m to get from Isle of Arran to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 918+ 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 via Chester
best
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the train from Ardrossan Harbour to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
4. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
9h 17m
£55–177
Ferry, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the train from Ardrossan Harbour to Glasgow Central
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std181 / ...
4. Take the train from Lancaster to Crewe
5. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
13h 15m
£92–200
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the train from Ardrossan Harbour to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Oxford Road
4. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Holyhead
10h 36m
£74–225

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 367.1 mi
Duration: 9h 17m

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 take the taxi to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, walk to Ardrossan Harbour, 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, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, Ardrossan Harbour, Glasgow Central, Drury Street, Bus Station, Bus Station Night Std, Lancaster, and Crewe in around 13h 15m.

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