Taking the train from Atherton to Holyhead in 3 hours 13 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Atherton to Holyhead? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 45 minutes to travel the 90 miles (145 km) from Atherton to Holyhead by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Atherton to Holyhead in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Holyhead by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Atherton to Holyhead
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Atherton to Holyhead is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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