Holyhead to York train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Holyhead to York take around 4 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 244 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Holyhead is scheduled to depart at around  04:21. The last departure is usually at around 20:32 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Holyhead at around 04:25, with the last train leaving at around 20:33. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 52 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £61.94.

We think any time is a great time to visit York, 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 York.

Is there a direct train from Holyhead to York?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Holyhead to York 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 York?

The Holyhead to York train travel takes about 4 hours and 5 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Holyhead to York train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to York leaving Holyhead at around 04:21 and the last train leaving at around 20:32 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Holyhead at around 04:25, with the final departure at 20:33.