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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Whitehaven takes 6h 24m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead to Whitehaven. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 24m
Duration
258 mi
Distance
£101
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Holyhead to Whitehaven train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Holyhead and Whitehaven. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Whitehaven at 9:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 6h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 18m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 23m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 18m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 23m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 18m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 22m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 17m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 46m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 51m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 23m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 18m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 23m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 18m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 11m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Whitehaven? 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.

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Whitehaven.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 257.7 mi
  • Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Whitehaven via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle in around 6h 4m.

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