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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Holyhead is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Holyhead is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Holyhead via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Oxford to Holyhead?

The distance between Oxford and Holyhead is 229 miles. The road distance is 216.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Holyhead without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Oxford to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Holyhead train from?

Oxford to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.

Where does the Oxford to Holyhead train arrive?

Oxford to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Holyhead is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Oxford to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 951+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Oxford to Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Oxford to Holyhead by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Holyheadtrain London Euston - Holyhead / ...
5h 20m
£98–148
Drive 214.8 mi
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1. Drive from Oxford to Holyheadcar 214.8 mi
4h 19m
£53–77
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
7h 14m
£143–422
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Oxford to Great Malverntrain London Paddington - Great Malvern / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Holyheadtrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead
7h 18m
£105–201
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Oxford to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Holyheadtrain
7h 22m
£157–327

Oxford to Holyhead by train

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Distance: 227.9 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Oxford to Holyhead via Stafford in around 5h 20m.

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