Swansea to Holyhead train with Transport for Wales

Tue, Aug 11
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Great Western Railway (GWR)
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Great Western Railway (GWR)
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2,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Holyhead

Showing times and prices for Aug 11

Cheapest price

€71

Average price

€71

Fastest journey

6 h 27 m

Average duration

6 h 27 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

193 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea 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 Swansea for Holyhead on Tue, Aug 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Aug 11 the direct trains cover the 193 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 27 m .

On Tue, Aug 11 the slowest trains will take 6 h 27 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
    7:54 AM6h27
    Swansea
    2:21 PMHolyhead
    711One-way
    0 transfers

Live departures

Swansea to Holyhead train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Holyhead trains for today, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)4:22 PM Swansea
5h42
10:04 PM Holyhead1 transfer
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:23 PM Swansea
6h41
1:04 AM Holyhead1 transfer
Tuesday, August 11
Transport for Wales7:54 AM Swansea
6h27
2:21 PM Holyhead0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Transport for Wales as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Swansea to Holyhead.
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Holyhead.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Holyhead

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Trains from Swansea to Holyhead run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €71 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 193 km distance in 6h 17m.

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
193 km
Average train duration
5h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
€71
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
6h 17m
First train
3:38 AM
Last train
6:34 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 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: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Holyhead trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Holyhead from €71. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 17m
Cheapest Price
€71
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 42m
Cheapest Price
€127
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Swansea to Holyhead

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Holyhead can start from as little as €71 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Swansea to Holyhead is €86; 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 Swansea to Holyhead is 6h 17m to travel the 193 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 Swansea to Holyhead leaves at 3:38 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Swansea to Holyhead leaves at 6:34 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Swansea to Holyhead which require at least one change with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Swansea to Holyhead, you can count on Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to Holyhead. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Swansea and Holyhead and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Holyhead from Swansea is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 17m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Swansea to Holyhead is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea and Holyhead including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Swansea to Holyhead

Most Swansea to Holyhead trains use the Swansea to Holyhead station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Holyhead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Swansea
Arrival train stations in Holyhead

Which Swansea station do trains to Holyhead leave from?

Trains from Swansea to Holyhead leave from Swansea. The station is 1 km from Swansea city centre at Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU.
SwanseaSwansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU+44 8450507080ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre

Bus49, 30, 54 · 3m · €4 · every ~3 min

Swansea train station facilities and services

Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Swansea.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Swansea.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Swansea.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, 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: No.

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