The average train between Blackpool and Holyhead takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Blackpool 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 every 2 hours between Blackpool and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 10:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Holyhead? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Holyhead station via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
Blackpool to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.
Blackpool to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Blackpool to Holyhead train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Blackpool and Holyhead is 118.7 km. The road distance is 263 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Holyhead via Liverpool Lime Street and Rhyl in around 5h 9m.