The average train between Holyhead and Grantham takes 7h and the fastest train takes 5h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Grantham. 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 Grantham. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Grantham at 9:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 7h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Grantham? 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 Grantham. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Grantham station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.
Holyhead to Grantham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Grantham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nottingham station.
Book your Holyhead to Grantham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railways and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Holyhead and Grantham is 270 km. The road distance is 312 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Grantham via Crewe and Nottingham in around 5h 56m.