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How to get fromHolyhead to Samlesburyby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Samlesbury by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 44 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
    2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain train
    3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Arrival Standbus bus 44
    5h 3m

  2. Drive  131.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Holyhead to Samlesburycar car 131.2 mi
    2h 18m
    £33–47

  3. Train, line 110 bus

    1. Take the train from Holyhead to Newton-le-Willowstrain train Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
    2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Arrival Standbus bus 110
    6h 35m

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  • Distance: 151 mi
  • Duration: 5h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Samlesbury. However, you can take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Preston, walk to Railway Station, take the line 44 bus to Arrival Stand, then take the line 280 bus to Potter Lane. Alternatively, you can take a train from Holyhead to Potter Lane via Newton-le-Willows, Newton-le-Willows Interchange, Wigan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 35m.

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