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

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Holyhead is to train and ferry which costs £45 - £65 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurles to Holyhead is to train and ferry which takes 6h 15m and costs £45 - £65.

How far is it from Thurles to Holyhead?

The distance between Thurles and Holyhead is 156 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurles to Holyhead without a car is to train and ferry which takes 6h 15m and costs £45 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Thurles to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 920+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Thurles to Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, car, car ferry

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry Dublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
6h 15m
£47–62
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Thurles to Belfastcar
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
3. Drive from Cairnryan to Holyheadcar
11h 29m
£151–231
Train, ferry via Holyhead Ferry
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry 0
6h 20m
£67–97
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Thurles to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 858
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to 3Arenabus 735
3. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry
8h 49m
£50–66

Thurles to Holyhead by train, tram, foot, and ferry

21Weekly Services

6h 15mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Thurles to Holyhead.

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Distance: 155 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Thurles, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Thurles to Holyhead. However, you can take the train to Dublin Heuston, walk to Heuston, take the vehicle to The Point, walk to Dublin Ferryport B+I, then take the ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Thurles to Holyhead via Belfast and Cairnryan in around 11h 29m.

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