The average train between Peterborough and Holyhead takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 4h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Peterborough 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 4 hours between Peterborough and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 59m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Holyhead station via Nuneaton station and Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.
Peterborough to Holyhead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Holyhead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Holyhead station.
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The distance between Peterborough and Holyhead is 305 km. The road distance is 349 km.
You can take a train from Peterborough to Holyhead via Nuneaton and Crewe in around 5h 48m.