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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Durham is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Durham is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Durham. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Durham via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Durham?

The distance between Holyhead and Durham is 258 miles. The road distance is 232.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Durham without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Holyhead to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Durham train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Durham train arrive?

Holyhead to Durham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Durham is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Holyhead to Durham.

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

Book your Holyhead to Durham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1853+ hotels available in Durham.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Newton-le-Willowstrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
5h 33m
£77–133
Drive 230.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Durhamcar 230.9 mi
4h 23m
£58–83
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sutton Streetbus 177
6h 41m
£60–97
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
7h 58m
£110–214
Ferry to Dublin Airport, fly
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Newcastle (NCL)plane DUB - NCL
7h 57m
£63–174

Holyhead to Durham by train

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Distance: 257 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Durham via Newton-le-Willows in around 5h 33m.

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