The average train between Bolton and Holyhead takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton 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 Bolton and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 9:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 2:33 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Holyhead station via Holyhead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Bolton to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Bolton to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Bolton to Holyhead train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Holyhead is 148.8 km. The road distance is 216 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Holyhead hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 52m.