The average train between Holyhead and Calais takes 9h 28m and the fastest train takes 7h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Calais. 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 4 times a day between Holyhead and Calais. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 2:48 PM which arrives into Calais at 9:55 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 9h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 43m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Holyhead to Calais? 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 Holyhead to Calais. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Calais station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.
Holyhead to Calais train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Calais train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Calais Ville station.
Book your Holyhead to Calais train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Holyhead and Calais is 514.5 km. The road distance is 791 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Calais Ville via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 8h 45m.