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Birkenhead Central to Holyhead train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birkenhead Central to Holyhead, starting from AU$ 94.68 and averaging AU$ 94.68. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 19m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
20:23 2h 37m, No direct Birkenhead Central	23:00 Holyhead	Find Tickets
20:49 2h 43m, No direct Birkenhead Central	23:32 Holyhead	Find Tickets
21:23 2h 27m, No direct Birkenhead Central	23:50 Holyhead	Find Tickets
21:53 3h 11m, No direct Birkenhead Central	01:04 +1 Holyhead	Find Tickets
23:54 2h 41m, No direct Birkenhead Central	02:35 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Birkenhead Central to Holyhead train route details

First train

05:53

Last train

23:54

Departure station

Birkenhead Central

Arrival station

Holyhead

Journey time

2h 19m

Distance

108 km

Price

AU$ 94.68*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail

How to book cheap train tickets from Birkenhead Central to Holyhead

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birkenhead Central to Holyhead. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birkenhead Central to Holyhead, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birkenhead Central to Holyhead ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Birkenhead Central to Holyhead more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birkenhead Central to Holyhead train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Birkenhead Central to Holyhead train prices and times

Birkenhead Central to Holyhead train route details