The average train between Hartlepool and Holyhead takes 7h 34m and the fastest train takes 6h 52m. 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 every 3 hours between Hartlepool and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 7:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 12:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Thornaby and take an average of 7h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 2m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hartlepool 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 Hartlepool to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Thornaby station and arriving at Holyhead station via Manchester Oxford Road station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.
Hartlepool to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Thornaby station.
Hartlepool to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Holyhead station.
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The distance between Hartlepool and Holyhead is 270.9 km. The road distance is 370 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Holyhead via Thornaby and Manchester Oxford Road in around 7h 18m.