Stafford to Holyhead train with Cross Country

Wed, Jun 17
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford to Holyhead

Showing times and prices for Jun 17

Cheapest price

€71

Average price

€71

Fastest journey

3 h 23 m

Average duration

3 h 23 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

177 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford to Holyhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stafford to Holyhead will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €71.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Stafford for Holyhead on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .

On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.

  • Transport for Wales
    7:40 AM3h23
    Stafford
    11:03 AMHolyhead
    711One-way
    0 transfers

Live departures

Stafford to Holyhead train times

The table below shows live departures for Stafford to Holyhead trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Transport for Wales7:40 AM Stafford
3h23
11:03 AM Holyhead0 transfersDirect

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Cross Country as well as Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains offer trains services from Stafford to Holyhead.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stafford to Holyhead

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Trains from Stafford to Holyhead run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €71 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 3h 23m.

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
177 km
Average train duration
3h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
€71
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
3h 23m
First train
4:21 AM
Last train
8:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Best time to book
28 days
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: Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Stafford to Holyhead trainsCross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Stafford and Holyhead from €71. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Price
€117
Avanti West Coast frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 52m
Cheapest Price
€99
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

West Midlands Trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 43m
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Stafford to Holyhead

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stafford 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Stafford to Holyhead can start from as little as €71 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Stafford to Holyhead is €71; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Stafford to Holyhead is 3h 23m to travel the 177 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Stafford to Holyhead leaves at 4:21 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Stafford to Holyhead leaves at 8:50 PM.
Yes,there are 1 direct trains a day from Stafford to Holyhead with Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Stafford to Holyhead, you can count on Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains for the best way to get you to Holyhead. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Stafford and Holyhead and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Holyhead from Stafford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 23m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Stafford to Holyhead is April.
Yes, you can take a train between Stafford and Holyhead.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Stafford to Holyhead

Stafford
Holyhead
The major train station for departures in Stafford is Stafford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stafford for your trip from Stafford to Holyhead.
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Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Stafford Multi Story (Car Park 2)
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: 84 cycle spaces in two bays on platform 1 with 42 cycle spaces in Car Park 2 (Multi-Story)
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Stafford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station on the left hand side.

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