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Barnstaple to Holyhead trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Holyhead takes 10h 28m and the fastest train takes 7h 16m. 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.

10h 28m
Duration
361 mi
Distance
£202
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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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 Crewetrain train
  4. Take the train from Crewe to Holyheadtrain train
8h 32m
£155–277

Barnstaple to Holyhead train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Barnstaple and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 12:09 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 10h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 360.6 mi
  • Duration: 10h 28m

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 Crewe in around 8h 32m.

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