Travelling from Holyhead to Southampton by train

Want to know how to get from Holyhead to Southampton by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Holyhead to Southampton take around 5 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 344 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Holyhead is scheduled to depart at around 04:25. The last departure is usually at around 19:21. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Holyhead at around 06:52, with the last train leaving at around 19:21. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 17 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 40 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$94.90.

We think any time is a great time to visit Southampton, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Southampton.

Is there a direct train from Holyhead to Southampton?

The journey between Holyhead and Southampton usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Holyhead to Southampton every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Holyhead to Southampton?

The Holyhead to Southampton train travel takes about 5 hours and 40 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Holyhead to Southampton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Southampton leaving Holyhead at around 04:25 and the last train leaving at around 19:21. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Holyhead at around 06:52, with the final departure at 19:21.