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Trip Overview

The average train between Northampton and Holyhead takes 5h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Northampton 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.

5h 30m
Duration
199 mi
Distance
£77
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Northampton to Holyhead train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Northampton and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 5h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales10h 37m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 41m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 42m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 44m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 41m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 42m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 44m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 42m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 42m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 43m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 4m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales5h 4m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 3m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales4h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 41m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 42m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 44m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 41m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 42m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 44m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 45m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Northampton to Holyhead? 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 Northampton to Holyhead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 199 mi
  • Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Northampton, England and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Northampton to Holyhead via Rugby and Crewe in around 5h 11m.

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