4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Holyhead
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Holyhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Holyhead will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chester for Holyhead on Fri, Dec 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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 for Chester to Holyhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Holyhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €33.
Distance: 116 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€23 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chester to Holyhead train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Holyhead trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:24 AM Chester | 1h48 | 9:12 AM Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:24 AM Chester | 1h39 | 11:03 AM Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:25 PM Chester | 1h51 | 3:16 PM Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Holyhead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Holyhead run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 116 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 116 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 00:38 |
Last train 23:02 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Holyhead trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Holyhead from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
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FAQs: Trains from Chester to Holyhead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) 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 Chester to Holyhead
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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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