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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Holyhead is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Holyhead is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Holyhead via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Holyhead?

The distance between Pontefract and Holyhead is 172 miles. The road distance is 168.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Pontefract to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Holyhead train from?

Pontefract to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Where does the Pontefract to Holyhead train arrive?

Pontefract to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Holyhead is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Pontefract to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 941+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Pontefract to Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 140 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead
5h 51m
£67–115
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand C to Holyhead Clockbus 4X
8h 42m
£42–87
Drive 167.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Holyheadcar 167.1 mi
2h 53m
£42–60
Line 140 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
6h 37m
£63–131

Pontefract to Holyhead by train

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5h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.1 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Holyhead via Wakefield Kirkgate and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 51m.

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