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

The cheapest way to get from Llanelli to Holyhead is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanelli to Holyhead is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Llanelli and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Llanelli to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Llanelli and arriving at Holyhead via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Llanelli to Holyhead?

The distance between Llanelli and Holyhead is 290 miles. The road distance is 163 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Llanelli to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Holyhead bus from?

Llanelli to Holyhead bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Holyhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Llanelli to Holyhead?

The best way to get from Llanelli to Holyhead is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 39m.

Where does the Llanelli to Holyhead bus arrive?

Llanelli to Holyhead bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Llanelli to Holyhead train arrive?

Llanelli to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Llanelli to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Holyhead is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Llanelli to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 943+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Llanelli to Holyhead - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Llanelli and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Llanelli to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from West End and arriving at Holyhead Clock via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Bangor Bus Station Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Llanelli to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Holyheadtrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead
7h 14m
£112–188
Drive 162.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Llanelli to Holyheadcar 162.1 mi
3h 58m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T2
3. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand C to Holyhead Clockbus 4X
10h 39m

Llanelli to Holyhead by train

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7h 14mAverage Duration

£112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.3 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Llanelli, Wales and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Llanelli to Holyhead via Cardiff Central in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West End to Holyhead Clock via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, and Bangor Bus Station Stand C in around 10h 39m.

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