The average train between Runcorn and Holyhead takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Runcorn 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 2 hours between Runcorn and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 10:04 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Holyhead station via Rhyl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Runcorn to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Runcorn to Holyhead train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Runcorn and Holyhead is 126.3 km. The road distance is 158 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Holyhead via Rhyl in around 2h 35m.