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Holyhead Maritime Museum
Local museum covering Holyhead's archaeology, maritime heritage and social history, set beside St Cybi's Church in the old town.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
41 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
44 m
Trains on 05 Sept
9
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Llanfairfechan to Holyhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Llanfairfechan to Holyhead will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 9 trains from Llanfairfechan to Holyhead, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Llanfairfechan to Holyhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 44 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-11.98. The journey takes 51m versus 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Llanfairfechan to Holyhead trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:31 Llanfairfechan | 0h50 | 18:21 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:36 Llanfairfechan | 0h38 | 19:14 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:01 Llanfairfechan | 0h42 | 20:43 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:07 Llanfairfechan | 1h57 | 22:04 Holyhead | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:59 Llanfairfechan | 0h50 | 22:49 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:50 Llanfairfechan | 0h39 | 23:29 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
![]() | 0:14 Llanfairfechan | 0h50 | 1:04 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:07 Llanfairfechan | 1h17 | 8:24 Holyhead | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:30 Llanfairfechan | 0h46 | 9:16 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:31 Llanfairfechan | 0h41 | 10:12 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:33 Llanfairfechan | 0h47 | 11:20 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:32 Llanfairfechan | 0h48 | 13:20 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:32 Llanfairfechan | 0h47 | 15:19 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:05 Llanfairfechan | 1h46 | 16:51 Holyhead | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:28 Llanfairfechan | 0h41 | 17:09 Holyhead | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Llanfairfechan to Holyhead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 20:32. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 38m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 20:32 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Local museum covering Holyhead's archaeology, maritime heritage and social history, set beside St Cybi's Church in the old town.
RSPB visitor centre with interpretation displays about seabirds, cliffs and migration, useful before walking the South Stack reserve.
Former lighthouse engine room with exhibits on lighthouse technology and island life, visited alongside the South Stack tower.
Dramatic coastal reserve with cliffs, seabirds, lighthouse views and well-marked walking routes on the edge of Holyhead Mountain.
Harbour-side country park with quarry scenery, easy trails, birdlife and access towards the long Victorian breakwater.
High hill walk above town with ancient hut circles, rough paths and some of the best panoramic views over Holyhead and the Irish Sea.
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.
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.
Bara brith is a spiced Welsh tea loaf packed with dried fruit, traditionally served sliced with butter alongside tea.
Popular harbour-side pub and restaurant serving seafood, grills and classic pub meals in a relaxed setting near the marina.
Established hotel restaurant and bar offering Welsh dishes, seafood and Sunday roasts in a traditional, comfortable setting.
Well-known town-centre café and restaurant for generous breakfasts, lunches and homemade cakes in a friendly casual atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can rise in peak ferry periods, but casual dining and local transport are usually manageable for most travellers.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Llanfairfechan 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.

Most Llanfairfechan to Holyhead trains use the Llanfairfechan to Holyhead station pair. Use this guide to compare Llanfairfechan and Holyhead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Llanfairfechan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Lost and Found Office.
Food options include: Harvest Moon, Jolly Fryer, Cinnamon Balti
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Llanfairfechan: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Llanfairfechan: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Separate step-free access to Platform 1 (to Chester) via a ramp from the car park with a shallow gradient and handrails. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) via a footpath from Station Road underneath the A55 overpass. The step-free route between the platforms is approximately 500m, or there is a footbridge with steps connecting the platforms at their eastern end, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Nearby hotels include Pen Y Bryn Hotel.
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 options are available at Holyhead.
Wi-Fi is available at Holyhead. ATMs are available at Holyhead.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Holyhead: Parking, WC.
Available at Holyhead: Bike Parking.
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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