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Trip Overview

The average train between Burnley and Holyhead takes 4h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley 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.

4h 58m
Duration
152 mi
Distance
£60
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Burnley to Holyhead train times

Trains run hourly between Burnley and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 8:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 45m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales9h 45m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 36m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 37m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Burnley 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.

Map of how to get from Burnley to Holyhead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 152 mi
  • Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Holyhead via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 4h 31m.

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