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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Holyhead

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Holyhead

Cheapest
5 h 31 min
Car
506 km.
from $27
Other
5 h 52 min
308 km.
from $343.48
8 h 43 min
Bus, Plane
307 km.
from $94.29
8 h 9 min
Bus, Plane
307 km.
from $132.88
7 h 27 min
Bus, Plane
307 km.
from $227.99

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.24–$240.50
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$18.99–$139.24
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$41.77–$291.13

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$75.95–$265.81
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$202.52

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$240.50–$607.57
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.69–$227.84
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$531.63

Ryanair UK

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$18.99–$253.16

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington
Ave. Duration:
2h 48m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$120.25–$291.13
Train from Chester to Holyhead
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$46.83–$151.89
Train from Birmingham International to Stafford
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$94.93
Train from Stafford to Holyhead
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$69.62–$202.52

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham International to Stafford
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$69.62

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newton-le-Willows
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.62–$177.21

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Chester to Holyhead
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$69.62
Train from Newton-le-Willows to Holyhead
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$54.43–$88.60

Other operators

Irish Ferries

Phone:
+353 818 300 400
Email:
info@irishferries.com
Website:
irishferries.com/uk-en/Travel-to-Ireland
Other from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$50.63–$59.49

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station) is to fly and ferry which costs $70.65 - $173.91 and takes 8h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station) is to drive which takes 5h 28m and costs $97.83 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Holyhead (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station). However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Holyhead via Warrington Bank Quay and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station)?

The distance between Edinburgh and Holyhead (Station) is 513 km. The road distance is 506.1 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station) without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs $141.30 - $402.17 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station)?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station) train from?

Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station) train arrive?

Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station) is 506 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station)?

Book your Edinburgh to Holyhead (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Holyhead (Station)?

There are 850+ hotels available in Holyhead (Station). Prices start at $63.38 per night.
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