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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Fairford is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Fairford is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Fairford?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Fairford. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Swindon via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Fairford?

The distance between Holyhead and Fairford is 292 miles. The road distance is 203.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Fairford without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £140 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Holyhead to Fairford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Fairford train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Fairford train arrive?

Holyhead to Fairford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Fairford?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Fairford is 204 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Holyhead to Fairford.

Where can I stay near Fairford?

There are 1381+ hotels available in Fairford.

Holyhead to Fairford - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
6h 5m
£143–235
Drive 202.4 mi
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1. Drive from Holyhead to Fairfordcar 202.4 mi
4h 8m
£49–71
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
7h 1m
£85–145
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Herefordtrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Country Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 445
9h 11m
£83–144

Holyhead to Fairford by train and bus

40Weekly Services

7h 1mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.3 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Fairford via Newport (S Wales) and Swindon in around 6h 5m.

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