The average train between Grimsby and Holyhead takes 6h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Grimsby 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 Grimsby and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grimsby is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 8:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Grimsby to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Grimsby station and arriving at Holyhead station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.
Grimsby to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.
Grimsby to Holyhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Grimsby to Holyhead train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Grimsby and Holyhead is 303.2 km. The road distance is 375 km.
You can take a train from Grimsby Town to Holyhead via Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 17m.