The average train between Rugby and Holyhead takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. 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 4 hours between Rugby and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 7:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 53m. 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 53m.
Rugby to Holyhead train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Holyhead train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Rugby to Holyhead train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast 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 3h 54m.