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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Thirsk is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Thirsk is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Thirsk via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Thirsk?

The distance between Holyhead and Thirsk is 217 miles. The road distance is 196.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Holyhead to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Thirsk train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Thirsk train arrive?

Holyhead to Thirsk train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Thirsk is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Holyhead to Thirsk.

Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 1031+ hotels available in Thirsk.

Holyhead to Thirsk - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Thirsktrain Manchester Airport - Saltburn / ...
5h 29m
£80–126
Drive 195 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Thirskcar 195 mi
3h 33m
£48–70
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
6h 52m
£64–104

Holyhead to Thirsk by train and bus

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6h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.3 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Thirsk via Manchester Oxford Road and Thirsk in around 5h 29m.

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