The average train between Rochdale and Holyhead takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale 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 Rochdale and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 8:47 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 11:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Holyhead station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
Rochdale to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Rochdale to Holyhead train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rochdale and Holyhead is 167.5 km. The road distance is 216 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Holyhead via Chester in around 3h 22m.