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Outbound fromWinchester to Holyhead by train
It takes an average of 6h 59m to travel from Winchester to Holyhead by train, over a distance of around 209 miles (336 km). There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Winchester to Holyhead and tickets for this journey start from £77.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:32 | |
| Departure station | Winchester | |
| Arrival station | Holyhead | |
| Journey time | From 5h 43m | |
| Distance | 209 miles (336 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £77.60 | |
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Taking the train from Winchester to Holyhead in 5 hours 43 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Winchester to Holyhead? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 59 minutes to travel the 209 miles (336 km) from Winchester to Holyhead by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 15 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry to Holyhead. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Winchester to Holyhead in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £77.60. 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 Winchester to Holyhead
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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 Winchester 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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