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Compare train for Southampton to Holyhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Holyhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £145 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £145, while a train costs an average of £145.
Distance: 346 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£145 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 30m Average total duration Fastest 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £145 compared to roughly £71 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£74. The journey takes 6h 0m versus 5h 37m 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.
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How to get to Holyhead from Southampton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Southampton to Holyhead is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
7:268h29Southampton15:55Holyhead£651One-way0 changes
Cheapest
- 7:268h29Southampton15:55Holyhead£651One-way0 changes
Fastest
- 7:577h46Southampton15:43Holyhead£1351One-way0 changes
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FAQs: Southampton to Holyhead
Travel 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 Southampton to Holyhead.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southampton and Holyhead as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Southampton Central (SOU) and arrive in Holyhead station (HHD).
- Travel with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway to go to Holyhead by train.
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