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Holyhead to Birmingham International train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Holyhead to Birmingham International, starting from £13.00 and averaging £66.30. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 20m. 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	Duration	Find Tickets
04:21 Holyhead	08:26 Birmingham International	4h 5m, No direct	Find Tickets
04:21 Holyhead	08:52 Birmingham International	4h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets
04:54 Holyhead	08:56 Birmingham International	4h 2m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:48 Holyhead	09:12 Birmingham International	3h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:48 Holyhead	09:26 Birmingham International	3h 38m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:20 Holyhead	10:12 Paris	3h 52m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Holyhead to Birmingham International train route details

First train

04:21

Last train

18:27

Departure station

Holyhead

Arrival station

Birmingham International

Journey time

3h 20m

Distance

135 miles

Price

£13.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Holyhead to Birmingham International

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Holyhead to Birmingham International 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

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 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 Holyhead to Birmingham International, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Holyhead to Birmingham International more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Holyhead to Birmingham International train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Holyhead to Birmingham International with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 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%.

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Holyhead to Birmingham International train prices and times

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