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Compare train for Holyhead to Stafford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Holyhead to Stafford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 109 miles (177 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$48 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 10m faster (2h 26m by train vs 2h 36m by car) and roughly $2 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($48 (€39) vs $49 (€41)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Holyhead to Stafford train times
The table below shows live departures for Holyhead to Stafford trains for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:49 AM Holyhead | 2h42 | 11:31 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Holyhead to Stafford
Trains from Holyhead to Stafford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (177 km) distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 109 miles (177 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 5:31 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Holyhead to Stafford trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Holyhead and Stafford from $48 (€39). 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 Stafford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Holyhead to Stafford 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 Stafford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Holyhead to Stafford
Most Holyhead to Stafford trains use the Holyhead to Stafford station pair. Use this guide to compare Holyhead and Stafford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Holyhead station do trains to Stafford leave from?
Getting to Holyhead from Holyhead city centre
Holyhead 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
Food and drink options are available at Holyhead.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Holyhead. ATMs are available at Holyhead.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Holyhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Holyhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Stafford station do trains from Holyhead arrive at?
Getting to Stafford from Stafford city centre
Stafford train station facilities and services
Stafford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stafford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stafford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stafford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stafford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stafford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stafford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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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