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The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Holyhead
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£212
Average price
£234
Fastest journey
7 h 37 m
Average duration
7 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
328 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Holyhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Holyhead will cost around £234 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £212.
Fast trains
To travel from Plymouth to Holyhead you need to make at least one change.

21:2514h38
Plymouth12:03Holyhead
£2121One-way
2 changes

08:277h48
Plymouth16:15Holyhead
£2391One-way
2 changes

10:277h54
Plymouth18:21Holyhead
£2391One-way
2 changes

12:277h48
Plymouth20:15Holyhead
£2391One-way
2 changes

16:278h36
Plymouth01:03Holyhead
£2391One-way
2 changes

14:277h37
Plymouth22:04Holyhead
£2461One-way
2 changes

09:277h42
Plymouth17:09Holyhead
£3041One-way
1 change

11:277h47
Plymouth19:14Holyhead
£3041One-way
1 change

08:277h48
Plymouth16:15Holyhead
£2391One-way
2 changes

12:277h48
Plymouth20:15Holyhead
£2391One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Plymouth to Holyhead train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 07:45
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:24 Plymouth | 7h56 | 13:20 Holyhead | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:20 Plymouth | 7h55 | 14:15 Holyhead | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:27 Plymouth | 7h52 | 15:19 Holyhead | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Holyhead
Trains from Plymouth to Holyhead run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 48m |
First train 02:56 |
Last train 15:27 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western from Plymouth to Holyhead trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth and Holyhead from £85. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 57m
Cheapest Price
£56
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 37m
Cheapest Price
£240
Cross Country frequency
8 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 32m
Cheapest Price
£213
first_great_western frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Plymouth to Holyhead train
FAQs: Travel by train from Plymouth to Holyhead easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Plymouth to Holyhead.

Booking trains from Plymouth to Holyhead in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Plymouth to Holyhead is 328 km.
The train journey from Plymouth to Holyhead covers a distance of 328 km and takes approximately 7h 48m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Plymouth to Holyhead can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £85, while the average price tends to be around £85.
The first train from Plymouth to Holyhead leaves at 2:56.
The last train from Plymouth to Holyhead departs at 15:27.
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Holyhead is by train, costing approximately £85.
Trains from Plymouth to Holyhead run approximately 5 times per day.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Holyhead is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Holyhead station (HHD).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to Holyhead.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Holyhead.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Holyhead.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Holyhead.
To travel from Plymouth to Holyhead, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Holyhead
Plymouth
Holyhead
The major train station for departures in Plymouth is Plymouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your trip from Plymouth to Holyhead.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Plymouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Holyhead is Holyhead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Holyhead for your journey to Holyhead from Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 19:10 Sunday 10:30 - 17:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Black Bridge
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2 by the gate (in ferry port area).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Holyhead
- 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
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