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

The cheapest way to get from York to Holyhead is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Holyhead is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between York and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from York to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from York and arriving at Holyhead via Newton-le-Willows and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from York to Holyhead?

The distance between York and Holyhead is 192 miles. The road distance is 182.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from York to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the York to Holyhead train from?

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

Where does the York to Holyhead train arrive?

York to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from York to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Holyhead is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from York to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 905+ hotels available in Holyhead.

York to Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from York to Holyhead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Newton-le-WillowsNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 55m
£32–103
Bus, train via Chester
1. Take the bus from Low Ousegate to Leeds Bus Station Entrance843 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Outlet Village170
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
9h 6m
Drive 181.8 mi
1. Drive from York to Holyhead181.8 mi
3h 15m
£45–64
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chester
3. Take the train from Chester to Holyhead
5h 20m
£32–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Low Ousegate to Leeds Bus Station Entrance843 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyhead
8h 6m

York to Holyhead by train

129Weekly Trains

4h 55mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from York to Holyhead via Newton-le-Willows and Chester in around 4h 55m.

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