The average train between Gateshead and Holyhead takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Gateshead 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 Gateshead and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 2:33 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Gateshead station and arriving at Holyhead station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.
Gateshead to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.
Gateshead to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Gateshead to Holyhead train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Gateshead and Holyhead is 269.6 km. The road distance is 435 km.
You can take a train from Newcastle to Holyhead via Newton-le-Willows in around 6h 5m.