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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Birmingham New Street | Holyhead | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Birmingham New Street | Holyhead | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Birmingham New Street | Holyhead | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Holyhead
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Holyhead. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just R 866, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 866 - R 2 398 | Average duration4h | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 352 - R 352 | Average duration3h 10m | 9kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Holyhead by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Holyhead?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Holyhead start from R 866. The average price for this train route is around R 1 600. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Holyhead?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Holyhead is 4h, covering a distance of 206 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 28m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Holyhead route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Holyhead?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Holyhead departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 17:22.
Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to Holyhead?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Holyhead?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Holyhead?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Holyhead?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Holyhead was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 827To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Holyhead as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 827 to R 1 576 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Holyhead based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 827, which is on 2025-12-15.
