The average train between Birkenhead and Holyhead takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Birkenhead 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.
Trains run 3 times a day between Birkenhead and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birkenhead is at 8:06 AM which arrives into Holyhead at 11:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Birkenhead to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Birkenhead station and arriving at Holyhead station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Birkenhead to Holyhead train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Birkenhead Hamilton Square station.
Birkenhead to Holyhead train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Birkenhead to Holyhead train tickets online with Merseyrail, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Birkenhead and Holyhead is 107.8 km. The road distance is 160 km.
You can take a train from Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Holyhead via Chester in around 2h 45m.
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