The average train between Halifax and Holyhead takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Halifax 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 Halifax and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Halifax is at 8:16 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 11:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Holyhead station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Halifax to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Halifax to Holyhead train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Halifax and Holyhead is 189.5 km. The road distance is 251 km.
You can take a train from Halifax to Holyhead via Chester in around 3h 54m.