The average train between Holyhead and Falkirk takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 6h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Falkirk. 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 every 4 hours between Holyhead and Falkirk. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Falkirk at 11:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 7h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Falkirk? 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 Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Falkirk station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.
Holyhead to Falkirk train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Falkirk train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Holyhead to Falkirk train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Holyhead and Falkirk is 304.2 km. The road distance is 553 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Falkirk Grahamston via Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 7h 13m.