The average train between Holyhead and Wilmslow takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead to Wilmslow. 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 Wilmslow. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:31 PM which arrives into Wilmslow at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 37m • 2 changes


2h 50m • 2 changes


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2h 36m • 2 changes


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2h 48m • 2 changes


2h 57m • 2 changes


3h 8m • 2 changes


3h 33m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Wilmslow. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Wilmslow station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Holyhead to Wilmslow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Wilmslow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Holyhead to Wilmslow train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Holyhead and Wilmslow is 159.5 km. The road distance is 200 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.