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How to get fromHolyhead to Llangollen Canalby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, line 5 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Holyhead to Wrexham Generaltrain train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
    2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Parade Street 2bus bus 5 / ...
    3h 18m
    £34–55

  2. Drive  75.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Holyhead to Llangollen Canalcar car 75.5 mi
    1h 36m
    £19–27

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Holyhead to Rhyltrain train
    2. Take the bus from Rhyl Bus Station Stand D to Lenten Poolbus bus T51
    3. Take the bus from Lenten Pool to Wrexham Fire Stationbus bus T51
    4h 38m
    £20–35

  4. Train, line 5 bus via Chester

    1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain train Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
    2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bridge End Hotelbus bus 5 / ...
    3h 30m
    £34–55

Holyhead to Llangollen Canal by train and bus

Calendar55Weekly Services
Duration3h 18mAverage Duration
Ticket£34Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 108.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Llangollen Canal, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Llangollen Canal. However, you can take the train to Wrexham General, walk to Wrexham General Station, take the line 21 bus to Wrexham Bus Station 4, then take the line 5 bus to Parade Street 2. Alternatively, you can take a train from Holyhead to Parade Street 2 via Rhyl, Rhyl Bus Station Stand D, Lenten Pool, Wrexham Fire Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 1 in around 4h 38m.

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