The average train between Lancaster and Holyhead takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. There is an hourly train service from Lancaster to Holyhead. 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 hourly between Lancaster and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 2:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 42m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Lancaster to Holyhead? 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 Lancaster to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Holyhead station via Warrington Bank Quay station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Lancaster to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Holyhead station.
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The distance between Lancaster and Holyhead is 145.8 km. The road distance is 246 km.
You can take a train from Lancaster to Holyhead via Warrington Bank Quay and Chester in around 3h 44m.