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 Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street and Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Swindon to Holyhead?

The distance between Swindon and Holyhead is 247 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 via Stafford which takes 6h 3m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m 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 Cheltenham Spa 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 960+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Swindon to Holyhead - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swindon to Holyhead by train or car

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain
4. Take the train from Stafford to Holyheadtrain
6h 3m
£96–175
Drive 209.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Holyheadcar 209.4 mi
4h 15m
£52–74
Train
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 48m
£110–197

Swindon to Holyhead by train

44Weekly Trains

6h 3mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.4 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Holyhead via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, and Stafford in around 6h 3m.

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