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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Holyhead is to bus and train which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Holyhead is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Holyhead via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Oxford to Holyhead?

The distance between Oxford and Holyhead is 229 miles. The road distance is 216.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Oxford to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Holyhead train from?

Oxford to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.

Where does the Oxford to Holyhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oxford to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Holyhead is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Oxford to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 905+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Oxford to Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Oxford to Holyhead by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to StaffordBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to HolyheadLondon Euston - Holyhead / ...
5h 18m
£47–142
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchange423 / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 48m
£39–83
Drive 215.1 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Holyhead215.1 mi
4h 18m
£53–76
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Holyhead
6h 10m
£51–126
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Oxford to HerefordLondon Paddington - Hereford / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 43m
£63–138

Oxford to Holyhead by train

45Weekly Trains

5h 18mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Oxford to Holyhead.

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Distance: 227.8 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Oxford to Holyhead via Stafford in around 5h 18m.

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