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Compare train for Preston to Holyhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Holyhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £57, while a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 137 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£57 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£23. The journey takes 2h 40m versus 2h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get to Holyhead from Preston by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Preston to Holyhead is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 10:572h43Preston13:40Holyhead£521One-way0 changes
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- 10:572h43Preston13:40Holyhead£521One-way0 changes
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- 10:572h43Preston13:40Holyhead£521One-way0 changes
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FAQs: Preston to Holyhead
Travel to Holyhead easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Preston to Holyhead.
- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Preston and Holyhead as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Preston station (PRE) and arrive in Holyhead station (HHD).
- Ferries mostly depart from Heysham and arrive in Douglas.
- Travel with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales to go to Holyhead by train.
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