The average train between Inverness and Holyhead (Station) takes 11h 8m and the fastest train takes 9h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness to Holyhead (Station). 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 3 times a day between Inverness and Holyhead (Station). The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Holyhead (Station) at 10:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 11h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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14h 24m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Inverness to Holyhead (Station)? 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 Inverness to Holyhead (Station). However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at Holyhead (Station) station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.
Inverness to Holyhead (Station) train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Holyhead (Station) train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Inverness to Holyhead (Station) train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Inverness and Holyhead (Station) is 464.5 km. The road distance is 802 km.
You can take a train from Inverness to Holyhead via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 10h 3m.