The average train between Hartlepool and Holyhead takes 6h 53m and the fastest train takes 6h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool 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 5 times a day between Hartlepool and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 5:59 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 1:49 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 6h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Holyhead station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.
Hartlepool to Holyhead train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Hartlepool station.
Hartlepool to Holyhead train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Hartlepool to Holyhead train tickets online with Grand Central Trains, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Hartlepool and Holyhead is 270.9 km. The road distance is 402 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Holyhead via York and Newton-le-Willows in around 6h 42m.