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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Borth is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Borth is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Borth?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Borth. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Borth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Borth?

The distance between Holyhead and Borth is 126 miles. The road distance is 98.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Borth without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Holyhead to Borth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Borth train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Borth train arrive?

Holyhead to Borth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Borth?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Borth is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Holyhead to Borth.

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

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Where can I stay near Borth?

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Holyhead to Borth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 12 bus, car, and bus

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

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Line 12 bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand C to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand Cbus 12
2. Drive from Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C to Borthcar
3h 59m
Drive 97.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Borthcar 97.5 mi
2h 10m
£25–35
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Borthtrain Birmingham New Street - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 27m
£67–108
Train, bus, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
3. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand C to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand Cbus 12
4. Take the train from Pwllheli to Dovey Junctiontrain
6h 31m

Holyhead to Borth by train

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5h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.8 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Borth, Wales?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Borth via Shrewsbury in around 5h 27m.

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