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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Holyhead is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Holyhead is to drive which takes 5h 48m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Holyhead via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Poole to Holyhead?

The distance between Poole and Holyhead is 380 miles. The road distance is 278 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 7h 4m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Poole to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Holyhead train from?

Poole to Holyhead train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Where does the Poole to Holyhead train arrive?

Poole to Holyhead train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Holyhead is 278 miles. It takes approximately 5h 48m to drive from Poole to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 916+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Poole to Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Holyhead by train, car, or plane

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 Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to HolyheadLondon Euston - Holyhead
7h 4m
£86–194
Train via Wolverhampton
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Holyhead
9h 52m
£63–221
Drive 276.3 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Holyhead276.3 mi
5h 48m
£69–100
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Crewe to Holyhead
7h 27m
£94–235
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Holyhead
9h 32m
£65–312

Poole to Holyhead by train and subway

42Weekly Services

7h 4mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 377.4 mi
Duration: 7h 4m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Holyhead via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 7h 4m.

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