The average train between London Paddington and Holyhead takes 6h 51m and the fastest train takes 5h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from London Paddington 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 every 3 hours between London Paddington and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from London Paddington is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 10:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Euston Station and take an average of 6h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from London Paddington 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 London Paddington to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from London Paddington station and arriving at Holyhead station via Holyhead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.
London Paddington to Holyhead train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from London Euston station.
London Paddington to Holyhead train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your London Paddington to Holyhead train tickets online with Chiltern Railways and Transport for Wales.
The distance between London Paddington and Holyhead is 362 km. The road distance is 426 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Holyhead 5 times a day. Tickets cost £90–160 and the journey takes 3h 52m.