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The average train between Holyhead and Derby takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Derby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 43m
Duration
155 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Holyhead to Crewetrain train Holyhead - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain train Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 7m
£59–92

Holyhead to Derby train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Holyhead and Derby. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Derby at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands Railways4h 7m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways11h 52m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 53m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 52m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 53m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 55m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 32m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 33m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 32m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands Railways3h 53m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 58m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 53m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 50m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 58m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 53m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 50m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 58m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 53m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 50m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 58m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 53m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 50m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 52m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Derby? 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 Derby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 155.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Derby via Crewe in around 4h 7m.

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