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Stranraer, Great Britain → Holyhead, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Stranraer to Holyhead

Composite routes from Stranraer to Holyhead

Cheapest
5 h 34 min
Car
520 km.
from $28
Other
8 h 58 min
Bus, Train
178 km.
from $205.66
11 h 25 min
Bus, Train
178 km.
from $175.88
8 h 58 min
176 km.
from $402.61

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Glasgow to Preston
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77

Megabus UK

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Glasgow to Preston
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
westscotland.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Warrington
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$62.02–$177.21
Train from Chester to Holyhead
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$44.30–$151.89
Train from Preston to Warrington
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$82.28
Train from Glasgow Central to Warrington
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$113.92–$291.13

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24
Bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast,
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.52–$29.11
Bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 3 to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.38–$41.77

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Glasgow to Preston
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.50–$56.96

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Dumfries to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64
Train from Stranraer to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.78–$49.37
Train from Ayr to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Chester to Holyhead
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$41.77–$63.29
Train from Warrington Bank Quay to Holyhead
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$50.63–$82.28

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Email:
bookings@westcoastrailways.net
Website:
westcoastrailways.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Warrington
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Once a week

Other operators

Irish Ferries

Phone:
+353 818 300 400
Email:
info@irishferries.com
Website:
irishferries.com/uk-en/Travel-to-Ireland
Other from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$48.10–$56.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Holyhead is to bus and ferry and bus and car ferry which costs $92.39 - $119.57 and takes 13h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Holyhead is to drive which takes 5h 33m and costs $97.83 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Holyhead via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Holyhead?

The distance between Stranraer and Holyhead is 529 km. The road distance is 520.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Holyhead without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 58m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 58m to get from Stranraer to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Holyhead train from?

Stranraer to Holyhead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Where does the Stranraer to Holyhead train arrive?

Stranraer to Holyhead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Holyhead is 520 km. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Stranraer to Holyhead.

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

Book your Stranraer to Holyhead train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 856+ hotels available in Holyhead. Prices start at $61.32 per night.
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