The average train between Watford and Holyhead takes 5h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Watford 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 Watford and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 7:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Milton Keynes Central and take an average of 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Watford 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.
No, there is no direct train from Watford to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Holyhead station via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.
Watford to Holyhead train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford to Holyhead train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Watford to Holyhead train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Watford and Holyhead is 340.8 km. The road distance is 394 km.
You can take a train from Watford Junction to Holyhead via Milton Keynes Central and Crewe in around 4h 55m.