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Barnstaple to Holyhead trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Holyhead takes 11h 3m and the fastest train takes 7h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple to Holyhead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 3m
Duration
360 mi
Distance
£191
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Stafford

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  1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain train
  4. Take the train from Stafford to Holyheadtrain train
8h 19m
£157–258

Barnstaple to Holyhead train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Barnstaple and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 12:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 11h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Holyhead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 360.5 mi
  • Duration: 11h 3m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Holyhead via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, and Stafford in around 8h 19m.

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