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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Scarborough is to train and bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Scarborough is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Scarborough via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Scarborough?

The distance between Holyhead and Scarborough is 235 miles. The road distance is 225 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Scarborough without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £85 - £160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Scarborough train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Scarborough train arrive?

Holyhead to Scarborough train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Scarborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Scarborough is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Holyhead to Scarborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Scarborough?

There are 1994+ hotels available in Scarborough.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Scarboroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
6h 5m
£86–155
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shottontrain
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170
4. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to West Square Stop Vbus 843
10h 40m
£47–107
Drive 223.7 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Scarboroughcar 223.7 mi
4h 5m
£55–79
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Scarboroughtrain
6h 49m
£88–166

Holyhead to Scarborough by train and tram

98Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Scarborough via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 6h 5m.

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