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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Holyhead is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Holyhead is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Holyhead via Manchester Piccadilly and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Holyhead?

The distance between Wakefield and Holyhead is 164 miles. The road distance is 157.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Holyhead without a car is to train via Chester which takes 4h 44m and costs £26 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Wakefield to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Holyhead train from?

Wakefield to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Holyhead train arrive?

Wakefield to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Holyhead is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Wakefield to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 915+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train via Chester
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
4h 44m
£27–90
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Crewe to Holyheadtrain
7h 49m
£22–76
Drive 156.7 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Holyheadcar 156.7 mi
2h 53m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
4h 54m
£42–96

Wakefield to Holyhead by train

132Weekly Trains

4h 44mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.9 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Holyhead via Manchester Piccadilly and Chester in around 4h 44m.

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