The average train between Holyhead and York takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to York. 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 twice daily between Holyhead and York. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 2:30 PM which arrives into York at 7:13 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to York. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at York station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Holyhead to York train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to York train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at York station.
Book your Holyhead to York train tickets online with Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Holyhead and York is 244.9 km. The road distance is 308 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to York via Newton-le-Willows in around 4h 41m.
