The average train between Wakefield and Holyhead takes 4h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Wakefield 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 4 times a day between Wakefield and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 8:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 9:33 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 2:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Holyhead station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.
Wakefield to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Wakefield to Holyhead train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Wakefield and Holyhead is 211.5 km. The road distance is 263 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Holyhead via Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 56m.