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

The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Holyhead is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Accrington to Holyhead is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Accrington and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Accrington to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Accrington and arriving at Holyhead via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Accrington to Holyhead?

The distance between Accrington and Holyhead is 147 miles. The road distance is 137.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Accrington to Holyhead without a car is to train via Preston which takes 4h 34m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Accrington to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Holyhead train from?

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

Where does the Accrington to Holyhead train arrive?

Accrington to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Accrington to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Accrington to Holyhead is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Accrington to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 947+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

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

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Accrington to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Holyheadtrain
4h 34m
£56–98
Drive 136.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Accrington to Holyheadcar 136.6 mi
2h 27m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill Interchangebus X41
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
5h 19m
Train
1. Take the train from Accrington to Wigan Wallgatetrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Holyheadtrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
6h 5m
£61–112

Accrington to Holyhead by train

104Weekly Trains

4h 34mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.1 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Accrington to Holyhead via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 4h 34m.

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