Travelling from Newcastle upon Tyne to Holyhead by train

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

The fastest trains from Newcastle upon Tyne to Holyhead take around 5 hours and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 270 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Newcastle upon Tyne is scheduled to depart at around  00:08. The last departure is usually at around 22:52 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Newcastle upon Tyne at around 00:08, with the last train leaving at around 22:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 57 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$63.00.

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

Is there a direct train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Holyhead?

The journey between Newcastle upon Tyne and Holyhead usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Newcastle upon Tyne to Holyhead 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Holyhead?

The Newcastle upon Tyne to Holyhead train travel takes about 5 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Newcastle upon Tyne to Holyhead train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Holyhead leaving Newcastle upon Tyne at around 00:08 and the last train leaving at around 22:52 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Newcastle upon Tyne at around 00:08, with the final departure at 22:00.