The average train between Welshpool and Holyhead takes 3h 23m 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 3 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 1:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Holyhead station via Holyhead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
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.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Holyhead every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 48m.