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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Holyhead is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Holyhead is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Holyhead via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Preston to Holyhead?

The distance between Preston and Holyhead is 130 miles. The road distance is 123.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £26 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Preston to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Holyhead train from?

Preston to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Holyhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Holyhead is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Preston to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 915+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Preston to Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Preston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 39m
£27–85
Train, line 5 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the bus from Broad Street to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus 5
4. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand C to Holyhead Clockbus 4X
5h 30m
£38–63
Drive 123.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Holyheadcar 123.1 mi
2h 35m
£31–44
Train via Rhyl
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Rhyltrain
3. Take the train from Rhyl to Holyheadtrain
4h 46m
£39–86

Preston to Holyhead by train

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3h 39mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Holyhead via Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 39m.

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