The cheapest and fastest trains from Holyhead to Liverpool
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Holyhead to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Holyhead to Liverpool will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 3 trains that leave Holyhead for Liverpool on Tue, Dec 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.






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Compare train for Holyhead to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Holyhead to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, and a bus costs an average of €42.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€35 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Holyhead to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Holyhead to Liverpool trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:27 AM Holyhead | 3h07 | 7:34 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:18 AM Holyhead | 3h16 | 10:34 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:23 AM Holyhead | 3h11 | 11:34 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:32 PM Holyhead | 2h37 | 10:09 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Holyhead to Liverpool trains with Omio?
Transport for Wales as well as Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Holyhead to Liverpool. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Holyhead to Liverpool.
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 Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Holyhead to Liverpool.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Transport for Wales tickets can be bought on Transport for Wales's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Avanti West Coast to help you choose the right option for your journey from Holyhead to Liverpool.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Holyhead to Liverpool
Trains from Holyhead to Liverpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 04:21 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Holyhead to Liverpool trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Holyhead and Liverpool from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Holyhead to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Holyhead to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Holyhead to Liverpool
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 19:10 Sunday 10:30 - 17:00
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Black Bridge
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access is via the Celtic Gateway Bridge, the ferry terminal, or via gates on to the platforms either side of Stena House. Transferring between platforms is step-free however distance between ferry terminal and Platform 1 is approximately 200m.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 00:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 00:00
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal. The National key toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2 by the gate (in ferry port area).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: For the nearest bus stop, walk across the footbridge and turn right onto the main road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stops outside the station
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:35 - 00:05 Sunday 08:05 - 23:35
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, To Liverpool platform : level access from street level. To Wigan platform via footpath from Seymour Road or Jubilee Avenue from ticket office under road bridge and first left, 500 metres. Or via underpass 32 steps level under the track then 30 steps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For Warrington, Buses Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station entrance. Towards Liverpool, buses pick up at the bus stop outside the Turnpike Tavern.
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:42 - 00:19 Sunday 08:04 - 00:19 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Access to the Ticket Office is step free, both platforms can be accessed via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Westminster Road
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