What is the cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Durham (Land)?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Holyhead to Durham (Land)?

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

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Durham (Land)?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Durham (Land). However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Bishop Auckland via Newton-le-Willows and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Durham (Land)?

The distance between Holyhead and Durham (Land) is 253 miles. The road distance is 226.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Durham (Land) without a car is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Holyhead to Durham (Land)?

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Holyhead to Durham (Land), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Durham (Land) train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Durham (Land) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Holyhead to Durham (Land)?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Durham (Land) is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Holyhead to Durham (Land).

Where can I stay near Durham (Land)?

There are 1468+ hotels available in Durham (Land).

Holyhead to Durham (Land) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Durham (Land) by train, bus, or car

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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 Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
7h 56m
£74–125
Drive 225.6 mi
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1. Drive from Holyhead to Durham (Land)car 225.6 mi
4h 4m
£56–81
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus
4. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand Bbus X21
11h 35m
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thornabytrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
9h 19m
£79–135

Holyhead to Durham (Land) by train and bus

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7h 56mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.8 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Post Office via Newton-le-Willows, Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Railway Station bus stop, Bus Station Stand A, and Saddler Street Stand A in around 7h 56m.

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