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Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$30
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$62
Fastest journey on Aug 29
2 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
2 h 21 m
Trains on Aug 29
32
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 $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
It's difficult to get from Holyhead to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
G38554 · G38487
G38906 · G38474
G38929 · G38473
G38528 · G38470
G38511 · G38478
W33491+
C07948
W33645+
C07988
W33590+
C07940
W33424+
C07996
W33562+
C07932Omio 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 an average ticket price of $38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, while a bus costs an average of $47.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Holyhead to Liverpool:
A train is $9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Holyhead to Liverpool costing on average $47.
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 37m.
Tickets start at around $38 compared to roughly $39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.63. The journey takes 2h 25m versus 1h 56m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Holyhead to Liverpool trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34140+ C07995 | On time 2:48 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h21 | 5:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38531 · G38479 | On time 3:02 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h41 | 6:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G38531+ C07999 | On time 3:02 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h37 | 5:39 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38533+ C08007 | On time 4:02 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h37 | 6:39 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38934 · G38482 | On time 4:25 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h09 | 7:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G38934+ C08011 | 4:25 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h44 | 7:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38535+ C08013 | 5:00 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h39 | 7:39 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38541 · G38495 | On time 8:02 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h46 | 10:48 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G38541+ C08025 | On time 8:02 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h37 | 10:39 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38377+ C08027 | On time 8:26 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h43 | 11:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38906 · G38474 | 4:25 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h07 | 7:32 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G38906+ C07920 | 4:25 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h44 | 7:09 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38511 · G38478 | 4:56 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h38 | 8:34 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G38511+ C07922 | 4:56 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h43 | 7:39 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
W33482+ C07925 | 5:45 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h24 | 8:09 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38513+ C07928 | 5:59 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h40 | 8:39 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38913 · G38483 | 6:25 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h09 | 9:34 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33562+ C07932 | 6:47 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h22 | 9:09 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38515+ C07936 | 7:00 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h39 | 9:39 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38554 · G38487 | 7:23 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h11 | 10:34 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33590+ C07940 | 7:48 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h21 | 10:09 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38517+ C07944 | 8:01 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h38 | 10:39 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38922 · G38491 | 8:25 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h09 | 11:34 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33491+ C07948 | 8:48 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h21 | 11:09 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38519 · G38494 | 9:02 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h32 | 12:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G38519+ C07952 | 9:02 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h37 | 11:39 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38521+ C07960 | 10:02 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h37 | 12:39 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38924 · G38497 | 10:27 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h07 | 1:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G38924+ C07964 | 10:27 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h42 | 1:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38524 · G38499 | 11:02 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h32 | 2:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G38524+ C07968 | 11:02 AM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h37 | 1:39 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38526+ C07976 | 12:02 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h37 | 2:39 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38926 · G38501 | 12:25 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h09 | 3:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G38926+ C07980 | 12:25 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h44 | 3:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38528 · G38470 | 1:02 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h32 | 4:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G38528+ C07984 | 1:02 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h37 | 3:39 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
W33645+ C07988 | 1:48 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h21 | 4:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38530+ C07992 | 2:02 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 2h37 | 4:39 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1 transfer | |
G38929 · G38473 | 2:25 PM Holyhead station (HHD) | 3h09 | 5:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Holyhead to Liverpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 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 21m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 4:21 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Large free museum covering archaeology, natural history, world cultures, and planetarium shows. Excellent for broad insight into the region.
Modern museum telling Liverpool’s story from port city to pop culture capital, with social history, transport, and riverfront galleries.
Scenic riverside promenade with Mersey views, public art, and access to major museums. Ideal for a relaxed walk along the waterfront.
Historic commercial street with restored warehouses, boutiques, and nightlife. Great for architecture, independent shops, and city atmosphere.
Creative district known for independent venues, street art, and converted warehouses. A good area to explore Liverpool’s contemporary culture.
A hearty beef and vegetable stew long linked with Liverpool's seafaring history. It is the city's signature comfort food and gave Liverpudlians the nickname 'Scousers'.
A baked potato filled with corned beef, a classic Merseyside chip shop and pub snack. It is a simple local favourite tied to everyday working-class food culture.
A dense spiced fruit loaf or cake served sliced with butter. Popular across Merseyside, it is a traditional teatime bake with a long local following.
Elegant fine dining restaurant by Chef Paul Askew, known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Stylish modern restaurant in the Baltic Triangle serving small plates and seasonal British cooking in a relaxed but ambitious setting.
Historic dining room in the Philharmonic pub, celebrated for classic British dishes and a grand traditional atmosphere with strong local character.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while transit and casual meals are fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: no tip expected, small change appreciated.
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Liverpool Lime Street -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, 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.

Most Holyhead to Liverpool trains use the Holyhead to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Holyhead and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Holyhead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Holyhead.
Wi-Fi is available at Holyhead. ATMs are available at Holyhead.
Ticket office support is available at Holyhead. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Holyhead: Parking, WC.
Available at Holyhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Holyhead: 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.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: 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.
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: Yes.
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