The average train between Holyhead and Halifax takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead to Halifax. 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 hourly between Holyhead and Halifax. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:26 PM which arrives into Halifax at 12:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Halifax station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.
Holyhead to Halifax train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Halifax train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Halifax station.
Book your Holyhead to Halifax train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Holyhead and Halifax is 189.5 km. The road distance is 251 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Halifax via Chester in around 4h 17m.