The average train between Holyhead and Cornwall takes 13h 14m and the fastest train takes 8h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Cornwall. 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 Holyhead and Cornwall. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Cornwall at 12:54 PM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 13h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Cornwall? 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 Holyhead to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Cornwall station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 14m.
Holyhead to Cornwall train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Cornwall train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Par station.
Book your Holyhead to Cornwall train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Holyhead and Cornwall is 321.9 km. The road distance is 662 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Luxulyan via Stafford, Birmingham New Street, Plymouth, and Par in around 10h 2m.