The average train between Holyhead and Paisley takes 6h 18m and the fastest train takes 5h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Paisley. 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 2 hours between Holyhead and Paisley. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Paisley at 9:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 6h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Paisley? 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 Paisley. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Paisley station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.
Holyhead to Paisley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Paisley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Holyhead to Paisley train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Holyhead and Paisley is 280.6 km. The road distance is 525 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Paisley Gilmour Street via Warrington Bank Quay and Glasgow Central in around 5h 51m.