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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Dawlish is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Dawlish is to drive which takes 5h 58m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Dawlish via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Dawlish?

The distance between Holyhead and Dawlish is 337 miles. The road distance is 282.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Dawlish without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 7h 1m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Holyhead to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Dawlish train from?

Holyhead to Dawlish train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Dawlish train arrive?

Holyhead to Dawlish train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Dawlish is 283 miles. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from Holyhead to Dawlish.

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

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

There are 2586+ hotels available in Dawlish.

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There are 5 ways to get from Holyhead to Dawlish by train, car, ferry, or plane

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Staffordtrain Holyhead - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Dawlishtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
7h 1m
£134–209
Drive 281.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Dawlishcar 281.2 mi
5h 58m
£70–101
Ferry, fly to Exeter
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Exeter (EXT)plane DUB - EXT
8h 47m
£86–243
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
9h 5m
£129–225
Ferry, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane DUB - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
9h 37m
£84–233

Holyhead to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 334.8 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Dawlish via Stafford in around 7h 1m.

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