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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Southampton is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Southampton is to train and fly which takes 5h 18m and costs £120 - £280.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Southampton?

The distance between Holyhead and Southampton is 345 miles. The road distance is 265.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Holyhead to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Southampton train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Southampton train arrive?

Holyhead to Southampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Southampton is 265 miles. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Holyhead to Southampton.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2003+ hotels available in Southampton.

Holyhead to Southampton - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and ferry

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There are 6 ways to get from Holyhead to Southampton by train, car, plane, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to London Eustontrain Holyhead - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 32m
£125–227
Drive 263.8 mi
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1. Drive from Holyhead to Southamptoncar 263.8 mi
5h 29m
£65–94
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
5h 18m
£125–276
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Staffordtrain Holyhead - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 38m
£136–205
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
7h 38m
£133–236
Ferry to Dublin Airport, fly
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane DUB - SOU
7h 53m
£69–250

Holyhead to Southampton by train and subway

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5h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 343 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Southampton Central via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 32m.

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