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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Betws-y-Coed for Holyhead on Fri, Jun 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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.
2:07 PM2h04Betws-y-Coed4:11 PMHolyhead$271One-way0 transfers
- 2:07 PM2h04Betws-y-Coed4:11 PMHolyhead$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Holyhead take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $17 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.32 (€-4.30). The journey takes 1h 23m versus 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead train times
The table below shows live departures for Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:03 PM Betws-y-Coed | 2h12 | 2:15 PM Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 4:21 AM |
Last train 8:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Betws-y-Coed and Holyhead from $15 (€12). 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 Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead 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 Holyhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Betws-y-Coed to Holyhead
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Type of shops available: Private retail and food outlets
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Log Cabin
- Alpine Coffee Shop
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available to the station from Station Road.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are located at the front of the station. Buses run from apx 07:00 to 21:00 hours Mondays to Saturdays and from apx 08:00 to 21:00 hours on Sundays.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
- 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
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