The average train between Holyhead and Manchester takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Manchester. 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 twice daily between Holyhead and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 2:30 PM which arrives into Manchester at 5:31 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Manchester station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.
Holyhead to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
Book your Holyhead to Manchester train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Holyhead and Manchester is 160 km. The road distance is 199 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford Road every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 47m.
