The average train between Wigan and Holyhead takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is an hourly train service from Wigan 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 hourly between Wigan and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 1:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wigan 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 Wigan to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Holyhead station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Wigan to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Wigan to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Wigan to Holyhead train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Wigan and Holyhead is 134.7 km. The road distance is 183 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Holyhead via Warrington Bank Quay and Chester in around 3h 10m.