The cheapest and fastest trains from Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Holyhead for Betws-y-Coed on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€22 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed train times
The table below shows live departures for Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:18 AM Holyhead | 2h36 | 9:54 AM Betws-y-Coed | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 04:21 |
Last train 20:54 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed start from as low as $25 (€20) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $27 (€22) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Holyhead and Betws-y-Coed from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Trains from Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed 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 Betws-y-Coed, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Holyhead to Betws-y-Coed
- 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
- 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
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