Travelling from Holyhead to Manchester Airport by train

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

The fastest trains from Holyhead to Manchester Airport take around 3 hours and 8 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 157 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Holyhead is scheduled to depart at around  04:51. The last departure is usually at around 20:02 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Holyhead at around 10:02, with the last train leaving at around 15:02. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 7 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 31 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$39.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Manchester Airport, 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 Manchester Airport.

Is there a direct train from Holyhead to Manchester Airport?

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

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

The Holyhead to Manchester Airport train travel takes about 3 hours and 8 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Holyhead to Manchester Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Manchester Airport leaving Holyhead at around 04:51 and the last train leaving at around 20:02 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Holyhead at around 10:02, with the final departure at 15:02.