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Trip Overview

The average train between Elgin and Holyhead takes 11h 9m and the fastest train takes 11h 3m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Elgin 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.

11h 9m
Duration
515 mi
Distance
£216
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Elgin to Holyhead train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Elgin and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elgin is at 5:37 AM which arrives into Holyhead at 4:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 11h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales11h 11m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales11h 11m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales11h 11m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales11h 11m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales11h 11m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales11h 3m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Elgin 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.

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  • Distance: 514.9 mi
  • Duration: 11h 9m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Elgin to Holyhead via Haymarket and Warrington Bank Quay in around 10h 47m.

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