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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Lancaster takes 3h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead to Lancaster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 33m
Duration
150 mi
Distance
£60
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
  2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancastertrain train London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 22m
£51–80

Holyhead to Lancaster train times

Trains run hourly between Holyhead and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 10m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 9m • 1 change

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 10m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 9m • 1 change

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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 10m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 9m • 1 change

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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 10m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 9m • 1 change

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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 11m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 8m • 1 change

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Lancaster? 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.

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Lancaster.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 149.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Lancaster, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Lancaster via Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 22m.

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