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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Holyhead
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
5 h 42 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Holyhead will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $154.
Fast trains
To travel from Swansea to Holyhead you need to make at least one change.
03:46AM6h26
Swansea10:12AMHolyhead
$1541One-way
1 change
05:57AM6h06
Swansea12:03PMHolyhead
$1541One-way
1 change
08:21AM5h54
Swansea02:15PMHolyhead
$1541One-way
1 change
10:22AM5h53
Swansea04:15PMHolyhead
$1541One-way
1 change
12:22PM5h59
Swansea06:21PMHolyhead
$1541One-way
1 change
04:22PM5h42
Swansea10:04PMHolyhead
$1541One-way
1 change
10:22AM5h53
Swansea04:15PMHolyhead
$1541One-way
1 change
02:22PM5h53
Swansea08:15PMHolyhead
$1541One-way
1 change
08:21AM5h54
Swansea02:15PMHolyhead
$1541One-way
1 change
12:22PM5h59
Swansea06:21PMHolyhead
$1541One-way
1 change
Live departures
Swansea to Holyhead train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 11:13 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:22 pm Swansea | 5h59 | 6:21 pm Holyhead | 1 change | |
| Thursday, 6 November | |||||
| 3:46 am Swansea | 6h26 | 10:12 am Holyhead | 1 change | |
| 5:57 am Swansea | 6h06 | 12:03 pm Holyhead | 1 change | |
| 8:21 am Swansea | 5h54 | 2:15 pm Holyhead | 1 change | |
| 10:22 am Swansea | 5h53 | 4:15 pm Holyhead | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Holyhead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Holyhead run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 if you book in advance.
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 $40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 17m |
First train 04:21 |
Last train 18:31 |
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, first_great_western from Swansea to Holyhead trainsTransport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Holyhead from $40. 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
$40
Transport for Wales frequency
5 a day
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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 40m
Cheapest Price
$154
first_great_western frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Swansea to Holyhead train
FAQs: Travel by train from Swansea to Holyhead easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Swansea to Holyhead.
Cheap train tickets from Swansea to Holyhead can start from as little as $107 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Swansea to Holyhead is $145; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Swansea to Holyhead is on average 5 h 52 min for the 193 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Swansea to Holyhead by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Swansea to Holyhead leaves at 3: 46am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Swansea to Holyhead leaves at 7: 22pm.
There are 6 trains a day from Swansea to Holyhead which require at least one change with Transport for Wales or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Swansea to Holyhead train with Transport for Wales or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Swansea and Holyhead as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Swansea to Holyhead by train is January.
Yes, you can take a train to Holyhead from Swansea.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Holyhead
Swansea
Holyhead
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Holyhead.
Swansea
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Holyhead is Holyhead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Holyhead for your journey to Holyhead from Swansea.
Holyhead
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 19:10 Sunday 10:30 - 17:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Black Bridge
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2 by the gate (in ferry port area).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Holyhead
- 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
Most popular trains to and from Holyhead and Swansea
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