How to travel from Holyhead to Liverpool

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Compare train and bus for Holyhead to Liverpool

Omio 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 €31 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 €31, while a train costs an average of €31.

Distance: 68 miles (110 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Holyhead to Liverpool is a train with an average price of €31.

This is compared to other travel options from Holyhead to Liverpool:

A train is €7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Holyhead to Liverpool costing on average €38.

The fastest way to travel from Holyhead to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Holyhead and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Holyhead to Liverpool among Omio's users.

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from Holyhead to Liverpool

How to get from Holyhead to Liverpool by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Holyhead to Liverpool is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Transport for WalesG38554 · G38487
    7:23 AM3h11
    Holyhead station (HHD)
    10:34 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    241One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Transport for WalesG38554 · G38487
    7:23 AM3h11
    Holyhead station (HHD)
    10:34 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    241One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Avanti West CoastW33491+Mersey RailC07948
    8:48 AM2h21
    Holyhead station (HHD)
    11:09 AMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)
    561One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Transport for WalesG38906 · G38474
    4:25 AM3h07
    Holyhead station (HHD)
    7:32 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    361One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transport for WalesG38929 · G38473
    2:25 PM3h09
    Holyhead station (HHD)
    5:34 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    361One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transport for WalesG38913 · G38483
    6:25 AM3h09
    Holyhead station (HHD)
    9:34 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    401One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Holyhead to Liverpool

Travel to Liverpool 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 Holyhead to Liverpool.

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There are 2 options to travel between Holyhead and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Holyhead to Liverpool is a train with an average price of €31.

This is compared to other travel options from Holyhead to Liverpool:

A train is €7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Holyhead to Liverpool costing on average €38.

The fastest way to travel from Holyhead to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 7m.

The distance from Holyhead to Liverpool is approximately 68 miles (110 km).
The average frequency per day from Holyhead to Liverpool is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Holyhead and Liverpool as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Holyhead to Liverpool:
  • Ferries mostly depart from Douglas and arrive in Heysham.
  • Trains mostly depart from Holyhead station (HHD) and arrive in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Holyhead to Liverpool, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales to go to Liverpool by train.
Omio customers who travel from Holyhead to Liverpool often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Dublin, Belfast. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Liverpool and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Liverpool to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Liverpool, explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle for street art, bars, and music venues, and take a ferry across the Mersey River for scenic views. Visit the Walker Art Gallery and enjoy performances at the Liverpool Empire Theatre. Discover the city's history at the Museum of Liverpool. Don't miss The Beatles Story, Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool Cathedral, Anfield Stadium, and St George's Hall for iconic sights and experiences.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Liverpool is ideal to explore its key attractions such as The Beatles Story, the Royal Albert Dock, and the Liverpool Cathedral, while also allowing time to enjoy the local culture and dining.
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