The cheapest and fastest trains from Holyhead to Wolverhampton
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Holyhead to Wolverhampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Holyhead to Wolverhampton will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 2 trains that leave Holyhead for Wolverhampton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Holyhead to Wolverhampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Holyhead to Wolverhampton trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:49 Holyhead | 4h22 | 12:11 Wolverhampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 10 November | |||||
![]() | 03:45 Holyhead | 2h50 | 06:35 Wolverhampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:27 Holyhead | 3h44 | 08:11 Wolverhampton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Holyhead to Wolverhampton
Trains from Holyhead to Wolverhampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 04:21 |
Last train 22:54 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Holyhead to Wolverhampton trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Holyhead and Wolverhampton from £35. 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 Wolverhampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Holyhead to Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Holyhead and Wolverhampton
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
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