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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Sunderland is to train and bus via Chester which costs £55 - £95 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Sunderland is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Sunderland via Newton-le-Willows and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Sunderland?

The distance between Holyhead and Sunderland is 284 miles. The road distance is 247.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Holyhead to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Sunderland train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Sunderland train arrive?

Holyhead to Sunderland train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Sunderland is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Holyhead to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1944+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Holyhead to Sunderland - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

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There are 7 ways to get from Holyhead to Sunderland by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Newton-le-Willowstrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
6h 25m
£86–144
Train, bus via Chester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk930
8h 47m
£57–94
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
7h 31m
£62–104
Drive 246 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Sunderlandcar 246 mi
4h 23m
£62–89
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
8h 10m
Train to Liverpool, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
8h 5m
Ferry to Dublin Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Newcastle (NCL)plane DUB - NCL
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
8h 5m

Holyhead to Sunderland by train and bus

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7h 31mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.6 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Sunderland via Newton-le-Willows, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 25m.

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