The average train between Falmouth and Holyhead takes 12h 3m and the fastest train takes 9h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Falmouth 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 5 times a day between Falmouth and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 7:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Falmouth is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 12:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Truro and take an average of 12h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Falmouth 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 Falmouth to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Falmouth station and arriving at Holyhead station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 3m.
Falmouth to Holyhead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Truro station.
Falmouth to Holyhead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Falmouth to Holyhead train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Falmouth and Holyhead is 352.3 km. The road distance is 702 km.
You can take a train from Penmere to Holyhead via Truro, Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, and Stafford in around 10h 20m.