The average train between Rugby and Holyhead takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby 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 every 3 hours between Rugby and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Holyhead station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Rugby to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Rugby to Holyhead train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rugby and Holyhead is 249.2 km. The road distance is 290 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Holyhead via Crewe in around 4h 22m.