The average train between Holyhead and Skegness takes 9h 32m and the fastest train takes 7h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Skegness. 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 5 times a day between Holyhead and Skegness. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Skegness at 10:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 9h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Skegness? 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 Skegness. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Skegness station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.
Holyhead to Skegness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Skegness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Skegness station.
Book your Holyhead to Skegness train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railways and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Holyhead and Skegness is 331.2 km. The road distance is 405 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Skegness via Crewe and Nottingham in around 8h 2m.