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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberystwyth to Holyhead
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
4 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberystwyth to Holyhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberystwyth to Holyhead will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aberystwyth for Holyhead on Sat, Nov 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 4 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 53 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 53 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Aberystwyth to Holyhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberystwyth to Holyhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 106 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€40 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberystwyth to Holyhead train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberystwyth to Holyhead trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 7:26 AM Aberystwyth | 4h56 | 12:22 PM Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:26 AM Aberystwyth | 4h45 | 4:11 PM Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberystwyth to Holyhead
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Trains from Aberystwyth to Holyhead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 18:25. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 04:21 |
Last train 18:25 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Aberystwyth to Holyhead trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Aberystwyth and Holyhead from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Aberystwyth to Holyhead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberystwyth 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Aberystwyth, which is located around 0.4 miles (638 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Holyhead, located 0.4 miles (619 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aberystwyth to Holyhead
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 17:40 Saturday 07:15 - 17:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Access to the station platform is possible via a short accessible ramp with handrails or four steps with handrails.
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at side of the station opposite the station taxi rank
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- 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
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