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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Leicester is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Leicester is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Leicester?

The distance between Holyhead and Leicester is 185 miles. The road distance is 179.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Holyhead to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Leicester train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Leicester train arrive?

Holyhead to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Leicester is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Holyhead to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 988+ hotels available in Leicester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Holyhead to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Crewetrain Holyhead - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
4h 23m
£57–136
Drive 178.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Leicestercar 178.5 mi
3h 28m
£44–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coventrybus
3. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus X6
7h 17m
£45–91
Train via Derby
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain
3. Take the train from Derby to Leicestertrain
4h 58m
£77–134
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
5h 22m
£85–151

Holyhead to Leicester by train

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Distance: 184.1 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 4h 23m.

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