The average train between Holyhead and Leeds takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead to Leeds. 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 Leeds. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Leeds at 12:42 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Leeds station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Holyhead to Leeds train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Leeds train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Holyhead to Leeds train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Holyhead and Leeds is 210.8 km. The road distance is 267 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Leeds via Newton-le-Willows in around 3h 56m.