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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Holyhead
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Holyhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Holyhead will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Holyhead every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 160 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
21:003h38Manchester0:38Holyhead£361One-way0 changes
- 21:003h38Manchester0:38Holyhead£361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Holyhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Holyhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 160 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Holyhead
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Buses from Manchester to Holyhead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £20 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:56, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 160 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 160 km |
Average bus duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 26m |
First bus 2:56 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
FAQs: Manchester to Holyhead coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Holyhead by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Holyhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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