The average train between Holyhead and Whitchurch takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead to Whitchurch. 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 Whitchurch. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 9:40 PM which arrives into Whitchurch at 5:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Whitchurch. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Whitchurch station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Holyhead to Whitchurch train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Whitchurch train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Holyhead to Whitchurch train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Holyhead and Whitchurch is 135.3 km. The road distance is 192 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours.