The average train between Widnes and Holyhead takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Widnes 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 Widnes and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Widnes is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 9:40 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Widnes to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Widnes station and arriving at Holyhead station via Rhyl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.
Widnes to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Runcorn station.
Widnes to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Widnes to Holyhead train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Widnes and Holyhead is 126.2 km. The road distance is 158 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Holyhead via Rhyl in around 2h 35m.