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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Plymouth takes 8h 12m and the fastest train takes 6h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Plymouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 12m
Duration
373 mi
Distance
£174
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Stafford

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  1. Take the train from Holyhead to Staffordtrain train
  2. Take the train from Stafford to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain train
7h 41m
£147–231

Holyhead to Plymouth train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Holyhead and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 10:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 8h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryCross Country14h 59m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 4m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 56m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 4m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 56m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 4m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 56m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 59m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 58m • 2 changes

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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 9m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 4m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 56m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 59m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Plymouth? 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 Plymouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 373.2 mi
  • Duration: 8h 12m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Plymouth, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Plymouth via Stafford and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 41m.

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