The average train between Clitheroe and Holyhead takes 6h and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Clitheroe 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 hourly between Clitheroe and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Clitheroe is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 10:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Blackburn and take an average of 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Clitheroe station and arriving at Holyhead station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.
Clitheroe to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Clitheroe to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Clitheroe to Holyhead train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Clitheroe and Holyhead is 159.8 km. The road distance is 244 km.
You can take a train from Clitheroe to Holyhead via Blackburn, Preston, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 7m.