The average train between Holyhead and Hexham takes 6h 11m and the fastest train takes 5h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead to Hexham. 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 Hexham. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Hexham at 8:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 6h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Hexham? 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 Hexham. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Hexham station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.
Holyhead to Hexham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Hexham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Hexham station.
Book your Holyhead to Hexham train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Holyhead and Hexham is 247.5 km. The road distance is 414 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Hexham via Chester, Warrington Bank Quay, and Carlisle in around 5h 49m.