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Stranraer to Holyhead trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Stranraer and Holyhead takes 12h 26m and the fastest train takes 8h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer 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.

12h 26m
Duration
418 mi
Distance
£186
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain train
  2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain train
  3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
  4. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Holyheadtrain train
9h 8m
£154–280

Stranraer to Holyhead train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Stranraer and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 9:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 12:36 PM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 12h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Stranraer to Holyhead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 418 mi
  • Duration: 12h 26m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Holyhead via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 9h 8m.

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