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Compare train and bus for Holyhead to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Holyhead to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €45, while a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€45 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around €45 compared to roughly €37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€8. The journey takes 2h 46m versus 2h 23m 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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Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Holyhead to Manchester is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:38 AM 2h40 Holyhead 12:18 PM Manchester €29 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:38 AM 2h40 Holyhead 12:18 PM Manchester €29 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:38 AM 2h40 Holyhead 12:18 PM Manchester €29 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:38 AM 2h40 Holyhead 1:18 PM Manchester €33 1 One-way 0 transfers5:19 PM 2h59 Holyhead 8:18 PM Manchester €42 1 One-way 0 transfers8:18 AM 3h30 Holyhead 11:48 AM Manchester €44 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 8 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Holyhead and Manchester as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Holyhead station (HHD) and arrive in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
- Ferries mostly depart from Douglas and arrive in Heysham.
- Travel with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast to go to Manchester by train.
- 3 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales.
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