The average train between Holyhead and Prestwich takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead to Prestwich. 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 Prestwich. The earliest departure is at 4:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:26 PM which arrives into Prestwich at 11:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Prestwich? 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 Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Prestwich station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Holyhead to Prestwich train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Prestwich train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.
The distance between Holyhead and Prestwich is 157.7 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Prestwich via Chester, Manchester Victoria, and Victoria in around 3h 49m.