The average train between Skipton and Holyhead takes 5h 39m and the fastest train takes 5h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Skipton 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 Skipton and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 5:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Skipton is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 1:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 5h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Skipton 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 Skipton to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Skipton station and arriving at Holyhead station via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.
Skipton to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Skipton station.
Skipton to Holyhead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Skipton to Holyhead train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Skipton and Holyhead is 187 km. The road distance is 311 km.
You can take a train from Skipton to Holyhead via Lancaster and Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 27m.