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Trip Overview

The average train between Scotland and Holyhead takes 6h 11m and the fastest train takes 5h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Scotland 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.

6h 11m
Duration
319 mi
Distance
£127
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Scotland to Holyhead train times

Trains run hourly between Scotland and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 2:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 52m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 52m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 52m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 52m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 52m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 52m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 22, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 1m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Scotland 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 Scotland to Holyhead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 319.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Scotland and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Holyhead via Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 58m.

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