The average train between Holyhead and Aberdeen takes 8h 4m and the fastest train takes 7h 37m. 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.
Trains run twice daily between Holyhead and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 2:30 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 11:37 PM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 8h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Aberdeen station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.
Holyhead to Aberdeen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Aberdeen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberdeen station.
Book your Holyhead to Aberdeen train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Holyhead and Aberdeen is 455.4 km. The road distance is 716 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Aberdeen via Warrington Bank Quay and Haymarket in around 9h 9m.