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Brighton to Holyhead train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Holyhead trains for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 13:28 Brighton | 5h21 | 18:49 Holyhead | 1 change | |
| 15:28 Brighton | 5h27 | 20:55 Holyhead | 1 change | |
| 17:28 Brighton | 5h35 | 23:03 Holyhead | 1 change | |
| 18:28 Brighton | 5h23 | 23:51 Holyhead | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Holyhead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to Holyhead run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 412 km distance in 5h 42m.
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Price information
Distance 412 km |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 42m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 18:30 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Thameslink from Brighton to Holyhead trainsAvanti West Coast, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Holyhead from £68. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 42m
Cheapest Price
£68
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
£255
Thameslink frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
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Complete guide to Holyhead
Things to do in Holyhead
Discover the best of Holyhead — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Holyhead trip today.
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South Stack Cliffs Visitor Centre
RSPB visitor centre with interpretation displays about seabirds, cliffs and migration, useful before walking the South Stack reserve.
South Stack Lighthouse Engine Room Exhibition
Former lighthouse engine room with exhibits on lighthouse technology and island life, visited alongside the South Stack tower.
- Must visit
South Stack Cliffs
Dramatic coastal reserve with cliffs, seabirds, lighthouse views and well-marked walking routes on the edge of Holyhead Mountain.
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Holyhead Breakwater Country Park
Harbour-side country park with quarry scenery, easy trails, birdlife and access towards the long Victorian breakwater.
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Holyhead Mountain
High hill walk above town with ancient hut circles, rough paths and some of the best panoramic views over Holyhead and the Irish Sea.
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Welsh rarebit
Welsh rarebit is toasted bread covered with a rich cheese, mustard and ale sauce, a classic Welsh comfort food long served in pubs and homes.
- Gluten-free
Cawl
Cawl is a traditional Welsh broth of lamb or beef with leeks, potatoes and root vegetables, valued as a hearty everyday dish across north Wales.
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Bara brith
Bara brith is a spiced Welsh tea loaf packed with dried fruit, traditionally served sliced with butter alongside tea.
The Harbourfront Bistro
Popular harbour-side pub and restaurant serving seafood, grills and classic pub meals in a relaxed setting near the marina.
Trearddur Bay Hotel
Established hotel restaurant and bar offering Welsh dishes, seafood and Sunday roasts in a traditional, comfortable setting.
The Stanley Arms
Well-known town-centre café and restaurant for generous breakfasts, lunches and homemade cakes in a friendly casual atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can rise in peak ferry periods, but casual dining and local transport are usually manageable for most travellers.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.
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To the city centre
Holyhead Station -> Holyhead Market Hall, Holyhead
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Holyhead Station is just under a 10-minute walk from the town centre.
- Check Isle of Anglesey bus timetables before travel, as local services and fares are operator-specific.
FAQs: Brighton to Holyhead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Holyhead by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Holyhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Holyhead can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £68, while the average price tends to be around £103.
The train journey from Brighton to Holyhead covers a distance of 412 km and takes approximately 5h 42m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Brighton to Holyhead is 412 km.
The first train from Brighton to Holyhead leaves at 4:45.
The last train from Brighton to Holyhead departs at 18:30.
Trains from Brighton to Holyhead run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton to Holyhead.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Holyhead.
To travel from Brighton to Holyhead, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Holyhead.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Holyhead is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Holyhead station (HHD).
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Holyhead is by train, costing approximately £68.
Booking trains from Brighton to Holyhead in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Brighton to Holyhead offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside in Wales, showcasing rolling hills, coastal landscapes, and charming villages.
A day trip from Brighton to Holyhead is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 42m. The distance between the two locations is 412 km. There are 5 train trips per day.
In Holyhead, you can enjoy the Anglesey Coastal Path for stunning coastal walks and breathtaking landscapes. Visit the bustling Holyhead Port to watch ferries and ships, and explore the local shops and cafes in the town centre. You can also take a boat tour to see the rugged coastline and nearby islands, or enjoy fishing and water sports in the surrounding waters. For sightseeing, don't miss the South Stack Lighthouse with its panoramic views, the Holyhead Maritime Museum, Holyhead Breakwater Country Park, and the historic St Cybi's Church. The Ucheldre Centre offers cultural experiences with art exhibitions and performances.
A visit to Holyhead can be comfortably enjoyed over 2 to 3 days, allowing time to explore local attractions like the South Stack Lighthouse, the Holyhead Maritime Museum, and the stunning coastal walking routes.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Holyhead.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Holyhead
Most Brighton to Holyhead trains use the Brighton to Holyhead station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Holyhead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Brighton
Arrival train stations in Holyhead
Which Brighton station do trains to Holyhead leave from?
Trains from Brighton to Holyhead leave from Brighton. The station is from Brighton city centre at Brighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom.
BrightonBrighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom+44 345 127 2920
City-centre transport
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Bus37, 52 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
HoveHove station, Goldstone Villas, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 3RU
City-centre transport
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBrighton - Southampton Central, Brighton - Chichester, Brighton - Portsmouth & Southsea, Brighton - West Worthing, Brighton - Hove, Brighton - Angmering, Brighton - Portsmouth Harbour, Brighton - Bognor Regis, Brighton - Worthing, London Victoria - Worthing, Brighton - Havant, Brighton - Littlehampton, Brighton - London Victoria, Brighton - Haywards Heath, Brighton - Barnham · 3m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
Bus7, 3X, N7 · 12m · £2 · every ~40 min
47, 52 · 14m · £2 · every ~4 min
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Holyhead station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Trains from Brighton to Holyhead arrive at Holyhead. Holyhead is from Holyhead city centre.
HolyheadHolyhead station, Station Approach, London Road, Holyhead, Anglesey, LL65 2BT+44 8705755755
City-centre transport
Getting to Holyhead from Holyhead city centre
Bus545, 4 · 2m · £2 · every ~4 min
Holyhead train station facilities and services
Holyhead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Holyhead.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Holyhead. ATMs are available at Holyhead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Holyhead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Holyhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Holyhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Holyhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access is via the Celtic Gateway Bridge, the ferry terminal, or via gates on to the platforms either side of Stena House. Transferring between platforms is step-free however distance between ferry terminal and Platform 1 is approximately 200m, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 00:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 00:00, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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