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

The cheapest way to get from Whitby to Holyhead is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitby to Holyhead is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Whitby and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Whitby to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Whitby and arriving at Holyhead via Middlesbrough and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Whitby to Holyhead?

The distance between Whitby and Holyhead is 279 miles. The road distance is 231.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitby to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 8h 42m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Whitby to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitby to Holyhead train from?

Whitby to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Whitby station.

Where does the Whitby to Holyhead train arrive?

Whitby to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Can I drive from Whitby to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitby to Holyhead is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Whitby to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 960+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitby to Middlesbroughtrain
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Holyheadtrain
8h 42m
£98–184
Bus, train via Chester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 840
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Outlet Villagebus 170
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
11h 16m
£55–121
Drive 229.7 mi
1. Drive from Whitby to Holyheadcar 229.7 mi
4h 10m
£57–82
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 840
2. Take the train from Leeds to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyheadtrain
9h 22m
£63–131

Whitby to Holyhead by train

40Weekly Trains

8h 42mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 277.1 mi
Duration: 8h 42m

What companies run services between Whitby, North Yorkshire, England and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Whitby to Holyhead via Middlesbrough and Manchester Piccadilly in around 8h 42m.

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