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How to get to Holyhead by train
| Routes | 1 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| train lines | 3 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About Holyhead
Holyhead is the largest town in the Isle of Anglesey county in the northwest of Wales. Although primarily known for its busy port with ships sailing to and from Ireland, the town also has numerous attractions and many popular shopping areas and restaurants.
With its rugged coastline and fresh sea air, it would be a shame to visit Holyhead without enjoying one of its many coastal walks. Breakwater Country Park offers audio trails, themed walks, and a unique gallery, as well as access to the South Stack RSPB bird-watching reserve.
If the weather isn't suited to coastal walks, then head inside to Holyhead Maritime Museum to discover Wales' oldest lifeboat station, as well as a collection of exhibits that tell of the fascinating maritime history of Holyhead. Holyhead is also home to a theatre and a cinema if you need to take the weight off your feet after hiking by the sea.
You can travel to Holyhead via car, ferry, rail, and even plane. Take the scenic route and enjoy the North Wales Expressway by car, or arrive at Holyhead Station via West Midlands Railway or Virgin Trains. Anglesey Airport also offers direct daily flights from Cardiff and Norwich.
Station Information
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Link to image attributionHolyhead Train Station serves the Welsh town of Holyhead and connects to the Port of Holyhead, where ferries depart for Dublin. The railway station is the western terminus of the North Wales Coast Line, which originates in Crewe. It is also the terminus of Avanti West Coast's service from London. The station is connected to the town center by a pedestrian/cycle bridge called The Celtic Gateway, but some services are in the immediate area of the station, like a few restaurants and hotels. Inside the station, you'll find a ticket office, a waiting room, toilets, a café, shops, and more.
Popular train stations in Holyhead:
Holyhead Station
What train companies travel to Holyhead, United Kingdom?
Located in United Kingdom, Holyhead is accessible by train from one other city. You can choose from 6 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Holyhead on Wanderu. Transport For Wales usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Holyhead are also available Ferry trips to Holyhead are yet another option .
Train companies serving Holyhead
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport For Wales | 6 | 2h 6m | $32.72 |
| Avanti West Coast | 5 | 2h 16m | $42.07 |
| West Midlands Railway | 1 | 3h 53m | $74.46 |
Avanti West Coast is one of the primary rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Holyhead is Holyhead Station. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Holyhead.
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