How to travel from Holyhead to Wrexham, United Kingdom

The distance between Holyhead and Wrexham is around 139km (87 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 35m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Holyhead to Wrexham by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out WrexhamHolyhead if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Wrexham General.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £55($65)
Operated by

Transport for Wales

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Drive

Drive to Wrexham.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Distance139km (87 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Holyhead and Wrexham

There are several options for getting from Holyhead to Wrexham by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £55 ($65) and will take around 2h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £25 ($29).

The distance between Holyhead and Wrexham is around 139km (87 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 113km (70 miles)

It takes around 2h 10m to get from Holyhead and Wrexham by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Holyhead to Wrexham is to drive which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx £25 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Holyhead and Wrexham, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £55 ($65) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Holyhead and Wrexham. It typically takes around 2h 10m and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Holyhead and Wrexham with no changeovers required. The train runs 5 times a week and takes 2h 10m.

Transport for Wales run train services between Holyhead and Wrexham. Trains depart 5 times a week and will take around 2h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Holyhead and Wrexham. We recommend that you drive to Wrexham. instead which will take 1h 35m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Holyhead to Wrexham. We recommend that you take the train to Wrexham General. instead which will take 2h 10m.

The closest major airport to Wrexham is Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) (LPL) which is approximately 34km (21 miles) from Wrexham. Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) and Birmingham Airport (BHX) (BHX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Holyhead and Wrexham. The distance is around 139km (87 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Holyhead to Wrexham is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around £55 ($65).

How do I get from Holyhead to Wrexham

Compare travel optionsbetween Holyhead and Wrexham

Transport options from Holyhead to Wrexham
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 10m
£55($65)
hourly155km (96 miles)
Drive
1h 35m
£25($29)
on demand139km (87 miles)

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Airports near Wrexham

The following major airports near Wrexham offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

LPL
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
International Airport
Distance
34km (21 miles) from Wrexham
MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
59km (37 miles) from Wrexham
BHX
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
International Airport
Distance
108km (67 miles) from Wrexham