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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Holyhead
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€62
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€68
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
4 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Holyhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Holyhead will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 5 trains from Birmingham to Holyhead, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 38 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.
10:22 AM4h42Birmingham3:04 PMHolyhead€621One-way0 transfers- 11:22 AM5h38Birmingham5:00 PMHolyhead€661One-way0 transfers
- 12:22 PM5h38Birmingham6:00 PMHolyhead€671One-way0 transfers
- 10:57 AM4h07Birmingham3:04 PMHolyhead€671One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 AM3h40Birmingham1:40 PMHolyhead€771One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 AM3h40Birmingham1:40 PMHolyhead€771One-way0 transfers
- 10:57 AM4h07Birmingham3:04 PMHolyhead€671One-way0 transfers
- 10:22 AM4h42Birmingham3:04 PMHolyhead€621One-way0 transfers
- 12:22 PM5h38Birmingham6:00 PMHolyhead€671One-way0 transfers
- 11:22 AM5h38Birmingham5:00 PMHolyhead€661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Birmingham to Holyhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Holyhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €63, while a train costs an average of €63.
Distance: 205 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€63 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Holyhead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Holyhead run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 4:21 AM |
Last train 10:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Birmingham to Holyhead trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham and Holyhead from €17. 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 Birmingham to Holyhead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Holyhead
Most Birmingham to Holyhead trains use the Birmingham New Street to Holyhead station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Holyhead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Holyhead station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Holyhead from Holyhead city centre
Holyhead train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Holyhead.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Holyhead. ATMs are available at Holyhead.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Holyhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Holyhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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