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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Ambleside is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Ambleside is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Ambleside?

The distance between Holyhead and Ambleside is 186 miles. The road distance is 186.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Ambleside without a car is to train and line 555 bus which takes 5h 29m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Holyhead to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Ambleside train from?

Holyhead to Ambleside train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Ambleside train arrive?

Holyhead to Ambleside train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Ambleside is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Holyhead to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Holyhead to Ambleside - 3 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Ambleside by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus 555
5h 29m
£70–115
Drive 185.5 mi
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1. Drive from Holyhead to Amblesidecar 185.5 mi
3h 16m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 20m
£81–144

Holyhead to Ambleside by train and bus

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5h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Vicarage Road via Manchester Oxford Road, Oxenholme Lake District, Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 20m.

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