The average train between Holyhead and Carnoustie takes 9h 31m and the fastest train takes 7h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Carnoustie. 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 4 hours between Holyhead and Carnoustie. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Carnoustie at 12:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 9h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 35m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Holyhead to Carnoustie? 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 Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Carnoustie station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.
Holyhead to Carnoustie train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Carnoustie train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Carnoustie station.
Book your Holyhead to Carnoustie train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Holyhead and Carnoustie is 375.4 km. The road distance is 664 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Carnoustie via Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 25m.