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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Edinburgh to Holyhead, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Edinburgh to Holyhead train prices and times
Looking to travel from Edinburgh to Holyhead? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SEK 295.49, with average prices for this route around SEK 359.62.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
20:12 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 09:18 +1Holyhead | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
22:58 Edinburgh Park | 11:44 +1Holyhead | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
23:25 Edinburgh Gateway | 12:36 +1Holyhead | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
23:25 Edinburgh Gateway | 12:50 +1Holyhead | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
23:45 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 10:12 +1Paris | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
Edinburgh to Holyhead train route details

First train
06:12

Last train
23:45

Journey time
5h 32m

Distance
193 miles

Price
SEK 295.49*
How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Holyhead

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Edinburgh to Holyhead during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh to Holyhead for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Edinburgh to Holyhead, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Holyhead more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Edinburgh to Holyhead train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.

Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.














