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from Manchester to Holyhead

You can get from Manchester to Holyhead by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

To get from Manchester to Holyhead on 7 Dec we recommend taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

09:56Manchester Oxford Road2h39 12:35Holyhead
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£181One-way
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09:56Manchester Oxford Road2h39 12:35Holyhead
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£181One-way
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08:55Manchester Oxford Road2h49 11:44Holyhead
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£181One-way
10:55Manchester Piccadilly2h51 13:46Holyhead
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£341One-way
10:07Manchester Victoria2h42 12:49Holyhead
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£541One-way

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Tue
7 Dec
£18Arriva Trains Wales
Wed
8 Dec
£18Arriva Trains Wales
Thu
9 Dec
£18Arriva Trains Wales
Fri
10 Dec
£55Avanti West Coast
Sat
11 Dec
£27Arriva Trains Wales
Mon
13 Dec
£21Arriva Trains Wales
Wed
15 Dec
£54Arriva Trains Wales
Sat
18 Dec
£27Arriva Trains Wales
Sun
19 Dec
£21Arriva Trains Wales
Mon
20 Dec
£55Avanti West Coast
Tue
21 Dec
£55Arriva Trains Wales
Thu
23 Dec
£27Arriva Trains Wales
Fri
24 Dec
£27Arriva Trains Wales

Travel Information to Holyhead from Manchester

distanceDistance99 miles (159 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain
fastestFastest modeTrain • £34 • 2 h 39 min
carriersPopular travel companiesAvanti West Coast

Travel 99 miles (159 km) by train to Holyhead from Manchester. Avanti West Coast is the main travel provider operating this journey. Travellers can even take a direct from Manchester to Holyhead.

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FAQs
How do I go from Manchester to Holyhead?

Your travel option from Manchester to Holyhead includes taking a train.

What is the fastest way to Holyhead from Manchester?

Travelling by train is also the quickest way from Manchester to Holyhead. It takes on average 2 h 39 min   to travel this journey.

What is the distance from Manchester to Holyhead?

The distance from Manchester to Holyhead is approximately 99 miles (159 km).

How many scheduled departures are there a day from Manchester to Holyhead?

The average frequency per day from Manchester to Holyhead is:

  • 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route to Holyhead from Manchester as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

When going from Manchester to Holyhead, where do I depart from Manchester and where do I arrive in Holyhead?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when travelling from Manchester to Holyhead:

  • Most travellers take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Holyhead.
Who can get me from Manchester to Holyhead?

Let Omio help you find the best company to travel with between Manchester and Holyhead:

  • You can travel to Holyhead from Manchester by train with Avanti West Coast. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for £34 with Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Holyhead.
Where should I go next after I travel from Manchester to Holyhead?
Many of our customers travelling from Manchester to Holyhead don't make Holyhead their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after are London, Liverpool or Birmingham, either of which you could add to your Manchester and Holyhead trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Holyhead to any of these top destinations today!
How early should I buy Manchester to Holyhead tickets online to score the best deals?

When planning your trip from Manchester to Holyhead, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to book and their prices in the next 7 days:

  • Train tickets cost on average £34 one way.

However, we recommend buying tickets between Manchester and Holyhead online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.