The cheapest and fastest trains from Holyhead to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Holyhead to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Holyhead to Liverpool will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Holyhead to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
L64758 · L64360
L64759 · L64366
L64762 · L64370
L64765 · L64383
L64478 · L64377
L02111+
G86509
L02274+
G86495
L02173+
G86502
L64759+
G86486
L64415+
G86496Live departures
Holyhead to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Holyhead to Liverpool trains for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:20 Holyhead | 3h28 | 22:48 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 26 February | |||||
L64758 · L64360 | On time 04:21 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h08 | 07:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
L02274+ G86495 | On time 04:45 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h24 | 07:09 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 change | |
L64415+ G86496 | On time 04:58 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h41 | 07:39 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 change | |
L64759+ G86486 | On time 05:27 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h35 | 08:02 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 change | |
L64759 · L64366 | On time 05:27 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h07 | 08:34 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
L02173+ G86502 | On time 05:48 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h29 | 08:17 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 change | |
L64762 · L64370 | On time 06:19 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h15 | 09:34 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
L02111+ G86509 | On time 06:48 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h21 | 09:09 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 change | |
L64478+ G86519 | On time 07:22 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h47 | 10:09 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 change | |
L64478 · L64377 | On time 07:22 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h12 | 10:34 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
L64765 · L64383 | On time 08:18 Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h16 | 11:34 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
L64765+ G86528 | On time 08:18 Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h51 | 11:09 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Holyhead to Liverpool
Trains from Holyhead to Liverpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 04:21 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Holyhead to Liverpool trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Holyhead and Liverpool from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Holyhead to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Holyhead to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Holyhead and Liverpool
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 19:10 Sunday 10:30 - 17:00
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Black Bridge
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal. The National key toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2 by the gate (in ferry port area).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Onward travel information: For the nearest bus stop, walk across the footbridge and turn right onto the main road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stops outside the station
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
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