The average train between Penrith and Holyhead takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith 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 Penrith and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:41 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 2:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Holyhead station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Penrith to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Penrith to Holyhead train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Penrith and Holyhead is 194.3 km. The road distance is 323 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Holyhead via Warrington Bank Quay in around 4h 28m.