The average train between Holyhead and Falmouth takes 11h 50m and the fastest train takes 8h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Falmouth. 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 Falmouth. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Falmouth at 1:02 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 11h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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9h 13m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Holyhead to Falmouth? 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 Falmouth. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Falmouth station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.
Holyhead to Falmouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Falmouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Truro station.
Book your Holyhead to Falmouth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Holyhead and Falmouth is 352.3 km. The road distance is 702 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Penmere via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, Plymouth, and Truro in around 10h 9m.