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The average train between Holyhead and York takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead to York. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 42m
Duration
191 mi
Distance
£72
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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4h 40m
£61–98

Holyhead to York train times

Trains run hourly between Holyhead and York. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into York at 7:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 28m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 43m • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 16m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 16m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 16m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 18m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 191.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to York via Newton-le-Willows in around 4h 40m.

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