The average train between Leeds and Holyhead takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds to Holyhead. 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 Leeds and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 8:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Holyhead station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Leeds to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Leeds to Holyhead train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leeds and Holyhead is 210.8 km. The road distance is 267 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Holyhead via Newton-le-Willows in around 4h 37m.