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How to Travel from

Edinburgh to Holyhead

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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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 5m
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 1m
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

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Preston
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.71–$50.63

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 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$46.83–$151.89
Train from Preston to Warrington
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$88.60
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
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 Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.95–$177.21

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Chester to Holyhead
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$69.62
Train from Warrington Bank Quay to Holyhead
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$51.90–$82.28

Other operators

Irish Ferries

Phone:
+353 818 300 400
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?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Holyhead is to fly and ferry which costs $70.65 - $173.91 and takes 8h 37m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Holyhead. 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 49m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Holyhead?

The distance between Edinburgh and Holyhead is 514 km. The road distance is 506.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Holyhead without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 5h 49m and costs $141.30 - $402.17 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Edinburgh to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Holyhead train from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Holyhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Holyhead is 507 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Edinburgh to Holyhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Holyhead?

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