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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Holyhead is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Holyhead is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Holyhead via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Penrith to Holyhead?

The distance between Penrith and Holyhead is 202 miles. The road distance is 200.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £28 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Penrith to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Holyhead train from?

Penrith to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Where does the Penrith to Holyhead train arrive?

Penrith to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Holyhead is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Penrith to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 916+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
4h 35m
£29–107
Drive 199.5 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Holyheadcar 199.5 mi
3h 23m
£49–71
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
5h 19m
£55–114
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand C to Holyhead Clockbus 4X
6h 24m
£35–85

Penrith to Holyhead by train

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4h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.7 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Holyhead via Warrington Bank Quay in around 4h 35m.

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