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Holyhead to Aberdeen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Aberdeen takes 9h 5m and the fastest train takes 7h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Aberdeen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 5m
Duration
446 mi
Distance
£191
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
  2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train
  3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain train
9h 25m
£144–296

Holyhead to Aberdeen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Holyhead and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 5:00 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 7:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 9h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 446.3 mi
  • Duration: 9h 5m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Aberdeen via Warrington Bank Quay and Edinburgh Waverley in around 9h 25m.

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