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Trains from Holyhead (HHD) to Birmingham New Street

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18

train journeys
per day

127

miles (205 kms)

3hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

04:52 / 22:52

first / last train

7

direct trains

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Holyhead (HHD) to Birmingham New Street

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Holyhead and Birmingham New Street , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Holyhead to Birmingham New Street is approximately 127 miles (205 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 53 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Holyhead and Birmingham New Street.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Holyhead to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Holyhead to Birmingham New Street Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    04:52
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:48
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    08:56
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:48
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    09:57
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:30
    4 hrs 2 mins Direct
    11:32
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:53
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    11:56
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:26
    4 hrs 6 mins Direct
    13:32
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:40
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:56
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:50
    3 hrs 42 mins Direct
    15:32
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:48
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    15:56
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:27
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:27
    4 hrs 5 mins Direct
    17:32
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:48
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    17:56
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:38
    3 hrs 54 mins Direct
    19:32
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:36
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    20:32
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:26
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    22:05
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:22
    4 hrs 10 mins Direct
    23:32
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:48
    3 hrs 3 mins Direct
    22:51
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    20:31
    9 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    06:16
    Holyhead
    Birmingham New Street
    Holyhead to Birmingham New Street

About Holyhead Station

Station name Holyhead (HHD)
Address Holyhead station, Station Approach, London Road, Holyhead, Anglesey, LL65 2BT
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:10
Saturday 06:10 - 19:10
Sunday 10:30 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Holyhead and Birmingham New Street

The travel time between Holyhead and Birmingham New Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Holyhead and Birmingham New Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:52.

First class tickets on trains between Holyhead and Birmingham New Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Holyhead and Birmingham New Street can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Holyhead to Birmingham New Street

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Holyhead and Birmingham New Street.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Holyhead and Birmingham New Street, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.