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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Holyhead is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Holyhead is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Holyhead via Chippenham, Bristol Temple Meads and Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Melksham to Holyhead?

The distance between Melksham and Holyhead is 279 miles. The road distance is 224.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Holyhead without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 7h 24m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Melksham to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Holyhead train from?

Melksham to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Where does the Melksham to Holyhead train arrive?

Melksham to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Holyhead is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Melksham to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 946+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Staffordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Holyheadtrain London Euston - Holyhead / ...
7h 24m
£118–190
Drive 222.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Melksham to Holyheadcar 222.9 mi
4h 35m
£56–81
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 423 / ...
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
10h
£65–141
Train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Newport (S Wales)train Fareham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Holyheadtrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead
7h 54m
£103–188

Melksham to Holyhead by train

44Weekly Trains

7h 24mAverage Duration

£118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.9 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Melksham to Holyhead via Chippenham, Bristol Temple Meads, and Stafford in around 7h 24m.

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