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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Bristol takes 5h 25m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Bristol. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 25m
Duration
246 mi
Distance
£100
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Holyhead to Bristol train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Holyhead and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 4:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 4:26 PM which arrives into Bristol at 10:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 23m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 25m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 26m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 23m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 25m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 26m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 23m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 25m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 26m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 23m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 26m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 25m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 24m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 1m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 55m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 25m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 26m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 23m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 26m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Bristol? 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.

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Bristol.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 246.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Bristol, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Bristol Temple Meads via Newport (S Wales) in around 5h 30m.

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