The average train between Welshpool and Holyhead takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Welshpool 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 Welshpool and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 10:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Welshpool 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 Welshpool to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Holyhead station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Welshpool to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Welshpool to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Welshpool to Holyhead train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Welshpool and Holyhead is 123 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Welshpool to Holyhead via Shrewsbury and Chester in around 3h 57m.