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

The cheapest way to get from Merseyside to Holyhead is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merseyside to Holyhead is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Merseyside and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Merseyside to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Bidston and arriving at Holyhead via Shotton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Merseyside to Holyhead?

The distance between Merseyside and Holyhead is 91 miles. The road distance is 94.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merseyside to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Merseyside to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merseyside to Holyhead train from?

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

Where does the Merseyside to Holyhead train arrive?

Merseyside to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shotton High Level station.

Can I drive from Merseyside to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Merseyside to Holyhead is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Merseyside to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 917+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Merseyside to Holyhead - 3 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bidston to Shotton High LevelBidston - Wrexham Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shotton to HolyheadCrewe - Holyhead / ...
3h
£35–50
Line 1 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birkenhead Bus Station to Railway Station1 / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 25m
£14–35
Drive 93.8 mi
1. Drive from Merseyside to Holyhead93.8 mi
1h 44m
£24–34

Merseyside to Holyhead by train

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Distance: 90.8 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Merseyside, Wirral, England and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Bidston to Holyhead via Shotton High Level and Shotton in around 3h.

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