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Trip Overview

The average train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Holyhead takes 6h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Newcastle upon Tyne 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.

6h 2m
Duration
275 mi
Distance
£103
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Newcastle upon Tyne to Holyhead train times

Trains run hourly between Newcastle upon Tyne and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Newcastle upon Tyne is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 8:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 41m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 38m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 46m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales6h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 39m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 50m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales6h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 39m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 50m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 21m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales6h 3m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 39m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 50m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales6h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 39m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 50m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales6h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 39m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 50m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales5h 38m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newcastle upon Tyne 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.

Map of how to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Holyhead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 274.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Holyhead via Newton-le-Willows in around 6h 32m.

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