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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Holyhead is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Holyhead is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Holyhead via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Swindon to Holyhead?

The distance between Swindon and Holyhead is 278 miles. The road distance is 210.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Swindon to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Holyhead train from?

Swindon to Holyhead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Where does the Swindon to Holyhead train arrive?

Swindon to Holyhead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Holyhead is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Swindon to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 952+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Holyheadtrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 20m
£110–196
Drive 209.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Holyheadcar 209.4 mi
4h 15m
£52–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 423
2. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
9h 26m
£62–132
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Holyheadtrain
6h 40m
£115–188

Swindon to Holyhead by train

51Weekly Trains

6h 20mAverage Duration

£110Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 276.1 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Holyhead via Newport (S Wales) in around 6h 20m.

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