The average train between Cornwall and Holyhead takes 12h 57m and the fastest train takes 8h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Cornwall 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 4 times a day between Cornwall and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cornwall is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 12:53 PM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 12h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cornwall 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 Cornwall to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Cornwall station and arriving at Holyhead station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 57m.
Cornwall to Holyhead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Cornwall to Holyhead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Cornwall to Holyhead train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cornwall and Holyhead is 321.9 km. The road distance is 662 km.
You can take a train from Luxulyan to Holyhead via Par, Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, and Stafford in around 9h 51m.